(Solved): 1. The molecule shown here \( (2,3 \) bisphosphoglycerate [BPG]) is present in red blood cells, in ...

1. The molecule shown here \( (2,3 \) bisphosphoglycerate [BPG]) is present in red blood cells, in which it binds noncovalently to hemoglobin. Which functional groups in hemoglobin can make the strongest noncovalent interactions with BPG at a pH value of \( 7.0 \) ? A. Sulfhydryl groups B. Alcoholic hydroxyl groups C. Hydrocarbon groups D. Amino groups E. Carboxyl groups