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What effect does a rise in blood pH have on the oxygen-carrying capacity of haemoglobin?

Correct answer C. Positive

Explanation

According to the Bohr effect, higher pH (less acidity) increases haemoglobin's affinity for oxygen, shifting the dissociation curve to the left so more oxygen is bound.

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