Consider the oxygen-binding profile at three pH values: 7.6, 7.4, and 7.2. Which statement is most correct?
A) Curve X most likely corresponds to pH 7.2.
B) Curve Z most likely corresponds to pH 7.6.
C) Hb has a higher affinity for oxygen at the pH of curve Z.
D) Curve Y most likely corresponds to pH 7.4.
E) pH has no effect on the oxygenation of hemoglobin.
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