Question 1

Which of the following best describes the Bohr Effect in hemoglobin?

Accepted Answer

It describes the effect of carbon dioxide ($\mathrm{CO_2}$) and pH on hemoglobin's binding of oxygen ($\mathrm{O_2}$).

Question 2

According to the Bohr Effect, what happens to hemoglobin's oxygen affinity when the concentration of $\mathrm{CO_2}$ increases in tissues?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen affinity decreases, promoting oxygen unloading.

Question 3

Which equation best represents the chemical reaction underlying the Bohr Effect?

Accepted Answer

$\mathrm{CO_2 + H_2O \rightleftharpoons H_2CO_3 \rightleftharpoons H^+ + HCO_3^-}$

Question 4

A patient is experiencing acidosis (low blood pH). According to the Bohr Effect, what will happen to the oxygen dissociation curve for hemoglobin?

Accepted Answer

It will shift to the right, decreasing oxygen affinity.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the Bohr Effect?

Accepted Answer

A decrease in $\mathrm{CO_2}$ concentration increases hemoglobin's oxygen affinity.

Question 6

In metabolically active tissues, which combination of conditions would most favor oxygen unloading from hemoglobin due to the Bohr Effect?

Accepted Answer

High $\mathrm{CO_2}$, low pH

Question 7

Which of the following best explains why the Bohr Effect is physiologically important?

Accepted Answer

It allows hemoglobin to release oxygen in tissues where it is most needed.

Question 8

If the partial pressure of $\mathrm{CO_2}$ in the lungs decreases, what is the expected effect on hemoglobin's oxygen affinity?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen affinity increases.

Question 9

A rightward shift in the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve indicates:

Accepted Answer

Decreased oxygen affinity and increased oxygen delivery to tissues.

Question 10

Which of the following scenarios would most likely result in a leftward shift of the hemoglobin oxygen dissociation curve?

Accepted Answer

Decreased $\mathrm{CO_2}$ and increased pH

Question 11

A climber at high altitude is experiencing hyperventilation, which lowers $\mathrm{CO_2}$ levels in the blood. According to the Bohr Effect, what is the expected impact on hemoglobin's oxygen affinity?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen affinity increases, promoting oxygen loading.

Question 12

Which of the following best summarizes the Bohr Effect?

Accepted Answer

Hemoglobin's oxygen affinity decreases as $\mathrm{CO_2}$ and $\mathrm{H^+}$ increase.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of the Bohr Effect?

Accepted Answer

Increased oxygen affinity at low pH.

Question 14

A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has elevated $\mathrm{CO_2}$ in their blood. According to the Bohr Effect, what is the likely impact on their hemoglobin's oxygen affinity?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen affinity decreases, making oxygen unloading easier.

Question 15

Which of the following best explains why the Bohr Effect is advantageous during exercise?

Accepted Answer

It decreases hemoglobin's oxygen affinity in active muscles, promoting oxygen release.

The Bohr Effect and Hemoglobin Oxygen Affinity

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