What is the effect of $pCO_{2}$ on oxygen transport?

  • A
    High $pCO_{2}$ increases oxygen affinity for haemoglobin.
  • B
    High $pCO_{2}$ promotes the dissociation of oxygen from oxyhaemoglobin.
  • C
    Low $pCO_{2}$ promotes the dissociation of oxygen from oxyhaemoglobin.
  • D
    $pCO_{2}$ has no effect on oxygen transport.

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