Oxygen dissociation curve is

Sigmoid

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Parabolic

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Hyperbolic

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Straight line

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The correct option is A Sigmoid
When a graph is plotted between percent saturation of haemoglobin and oxygen tension, a curve is obtained which is termed as $O_{2}$ -Hb dissociation curve. It is a sigmoid or S-shaped curve.

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