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The blood of many animals is red because of the presence of this pigment containing iron. What is it called?

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Chlorophyll

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Haemoglobin

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Biliverdin

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Bilirubin

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Solution

The correct option is B Haemoglobin
Hemoglobin is a protein present in the red blood cells. The hemoglobin carries oxygen in the blood and transfers it in our body, it is the element that gives red color to our blood. Iron works as a booster towards hemoglobin production in the blood.

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