Even though the amino acid sequence in the beta chain of the

Even though the amino acid sequence in the beta chain of the hemoglobin molecule differs in only 1 amino acid from the normal hemoglobin molecule, the main change that occurs with the red blood cell that can be lethal is: the divot in its center the sickle shape the increased surface area the smooth edges of the plasmic membrane An individual with a serious bacterial infection will have more of these cells in their blood. all formed elements red blood cells and monocytes neutrophils erythrocytes and platelets Explain why the atrial is not visible on the ECG.

Solution

Answer 15:

Answer is Sickle shape.

In the normal haemoglobin, Glutamate is the amino acid which is hydrophilic in nature. However, when the mutation occurs, glutamate is replaced with Valine, which is hydrophobic in nature. Thus, mutated heamoglobin moves away from water in blood making it to sickle. This sickle shape does not pass through the spleen and are degraded. Thus, it leads to a lethal condition called sickle cell anemia.