the bohr effect Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
When does the Bohr effect normally occur?
A
During exercise
2
Q
Where does the Bohr effect not occur?
A
In the lungs
3
Q
What happens to the CO2 concentration during exercise?
A
It increases
4
Q
What is the Bohr effect due to?
A
Decrease in pH when the CO2 dissolves in the blood to form acid
5
Q
What does the change in pH do to the haemoglobin?
A
Changes the quaternary structure and lowers the affinity
6
Q
Which way does the dissociation curve move to?
A
Right
7
Q
Is more or less oxygen released to respiring tissues?
A
More oxygen
8
Q
Why is the Bohr effect an advantage to the body?
A
It ensures that haemoglobin releases more oxygen to the most active cells for the increase in respiration taking place
9
Q
What happens to the dissociation curve when temperature increases?
A
It shifts to the right
