23. A researcher wanted to use myoglobin as a substitute for hemoglobin to carry oxygen in a human body. Would this be successful? Why or why not? Use the graph below to help you answer your question. Fractional Saturation 0.B 0.6 0.4 0.2 Mb 20 40 Hb 60 po, (tom) 80 100

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23. A researcher wanted to use myoglobin as a substitute for hemoglobin to carry oxygen in a
human body. Would this be successful? Why or why not? Use the graph below to help you
answer your question.
Fractional Saturation
D.B
0.6
0.4
0.2
Mb
20
40
Hb
60
po, (tor)
80
100
3
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