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Definition

noun. a protein that contains a heme group. it helps carry oxygen in the blood.

Example Sentence

My doctor explained that hemoprotein helps carry oxygen in my blood.

More Example Sentences

Myoglobin is a type of hemoprotein.

Synonyms

oxygen-carrying protein; myoglobin; hemoglobin

Antonyms

non-hemoprotein; oxygen releaser

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