Describe the advantage of the Bohr effect during intense exercise. - AQA - A-Level Biology - Question 6 - 2020 - Paper 3

The Bohr effect refers to the increased dissociation of oxygen from hemoglobin as pH decreases, which occurs during intense exercise. This is advantageous because it allows for more oxygen to be delivered to the muscles that are actively working and producing lactic acid, leading to a drop in pH. Consequently, oxygen is more readily available for aerobic respiration at the tissues, which enhances athletic performance.