Hemoglobin and Its Functions in Biology

Hemoglobin and Its Functions in Biology

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Interactive Video

Biology, Chemistry, Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explains the interaction between iron and oxygen atoms, leading to rust and its similarity to the process in blood. Iron in blood binds with oxygen, facilitated by hemoglobin, which is a complex structure of iron, nitrogen, carbon, and oxygen atoms. This structure allows oxygen to be transported and released where needed. The video highlights the intricate biological processes that fine-tune chemical reactions for life.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary desire of an iron atom in terms of electrons?

To gain electrons

To lose electrons

To remain neutral

To share electrons

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when iron and oxygen atoms stick together?

They create rust

They generate energy

They form water

They produce carbon dioxide

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the process that makes blood red similar to rusting?

Both involve the loss of electrons

Both involve the binding of oxygen

Both involve the release of energy

Both involve the gain of electrons

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of hemoglobin in the blood?

To carry oxygen

To transport nutrients

To digest food

To fight infections

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surrounds the iron atoms in hemoglobin?

Phosphorus atoms

Sulfur atoms

Nitrogen atoms

Hydrogen atoms

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to blood when oxygen attaches to hemoglobin?

It turns blue

It turns a brighter red

It becomes colorless

It turns green

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does hemoglobin release oxygen in the body?

In the kidneys

In the brain

In the stomach

In the liver

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the final section of the video?

The chaos of natural elements

The randomness of life processes

The complexity of biological structures

The simplicity of chemical reactions

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate purpose of the intricate structures in biology?

To sustain life

To produce waste

To create energy

To destroy cells