how-does-le-chateliers-principle-explain-the-equilibrium-shift-in-hemoglobins-ox

Question

How does Le Chatelier's principle explain the equilibrium shift in hemoglobin's oxygen release upon BPG binding?

Accepted Answer

BPG binding shifts the equilibrium to the right, increasing oxygen release.

Answer

BPG binding has no effect on the equilibrium of oxygen release.

Answer

BPG binding shifts the equilibrium to the left, decreasing oxygen release.

Answer

BPG binding stabilizes the equilibrium, maintaining constant oxygen release.