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The equation of binding of oxygen by hemoglobin in the blood involves the equilibrium is given. 

   

HbH^+(aq) + O_2(aq)  \leftrightharpoons  HbO_2(aq) + H^+(aq) 

Step-by-step explanation

Step 1.

Le Châtelier’s principle states that in a reversible reaction, at the equilibrium stage, if an equilibrium is disturbed with the change of pressure, temperature, volume, or addition of reactant, reaction moves in that direction that can balance the effect of change. 

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