The North American pronghorn antelope can run almost as fast as a cheetah,but unlike the cheetah,can also sustain speeds of 30-40 mph for miles.The pronghorn is about the size of a large,domestic goat.You would predict the antelope to have a ________ than the goat.

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The antelope, being a fast runner that can sustain its speed for miles, requires a higher concentration of hemoglobin in its blood to efficiently deliver oxygen to its muscles. This allows it to maintain its high speed over a long distance, unlike the domestic goat which is not built for sustained speed.

The North American Pronghorn Antelope Can Run Almost as Fast