Q. Assertion (A):
Carbon monoxide when inhaled causes death.
Reason (R):
Carbon monoxide combines hemoglobin.
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Correct Answer: (A)
If both 'A' and 'R' are true and 'R' is the correct explanation of 'A'
Explanation: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. As, carbon monoxide combines with the hemoglobin when it is inhaled, it forms a carboxy hemoglobin compound which inhibits the transport of oxygen.
Explanation by: Lokendra Rathod
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. As, carbon monoxide combines with the hemoglobin when it is inhaled, it forms a carboxy hemoglobin compound which inhibits the transport of oxygen.