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how many amino acids are present in hemoglobin
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Hemoglobin, a protein complex in red blood cells, is essential for oxygen transport in vertebrates. It consists of four polypeptide chains: two alpha and two beta chains. The number of amino acids in these chains varies among different species. In humans, each alpha chain comprises 141 amino acids, while each beta chain contains 146 amino wacids, totaling 574 amino acids in the entire hemoglobin molecule. This specific composition and sequence of amino acids are crucial for hemoglobin's functionality, including its ability to bind and release oxygen efficiently. Variations in these amino acid sequences can lead to disorders such as sickle-cell disease and various forms of anemia, highlighting the importance of the precise arrangement of amino acids in hemoglobin's structure and function.
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