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Myosin Molecule

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Name the compound concerned with the storage of oxygen in vertebrate muscles.

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Myoglobin is the oxygen binding compound in the muscles. It is mostly present in all mammals. It helps in storing oxygen. It's structure and function are similar to hemoglobin present in blood.

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