Why does Hb F have a higher oxygen affinity than adult hemoglobin?
A) Fetal blood has a higher pH than adult blood.
B) Fetal blood has a higher hematocrit than adult blood.
C) Body temperature is lower in fetus.
D) It is necessary to extract oxygen from the maternal blood supply.
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