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The toxic effect of carbon monoxide is due to its greater affinity for haemoglobin as compared to oxygen by (appro.)

Correct answer: D. 200 times

  • A. 20 times
  • B. 100 times
  • C. 2 times
  • D. 200 times

Explanation

Carbon monoxide has approximately 200 to 250 times greater affinity for haemoglobin than oxygen, enabling it to displace oxygen and form carboxyhaemoglobin. Therefore the approximate value is 200 times.

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