What role does the Bohr effect play in O2 transport?
a. Describes the effect of varying enzyme levels on Hb and O2 affinity.
b. Diminishes tissue oxygenation due to electrolyte imbalances.
c. Enhances O2 delivery to tissues and O2 pickup at lungs.
d. Explains the effect that O2 levels have on carbon dioxide transport.
ANS: C
The Bohr effect enhances O2 loading in the lungs and O2 unloading in the tissues.
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