Inhibition of carbonic anhydrase would cause ?
an alteration of Boyles law
an increase in surfactant production
a decrease in the ability of the blood to carry CO2
an increase in lung compliance
a decrease in affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen
a decrease in the ability of the blood to carry CO2
Inhibition of carbonic anhydrase would cause a decrease in the ability of the blood to carry CO2.
Carbonic anhydrase is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) to carbonic acid (H2CO3) in red blood cells. This reaction is essential for the transport of CO2 from the tissues to the lungs.
By inhibiting carbonic anhydrase, the conversion of CO2 to carbonic acid is hindered. This results in a decrease in the ability of the blood to carry CO2, as it is unable to efficiently convert CO2 from the tissues into its dissolved form in the blood. This can have several physiological effects, such as an increase in blood CO2 levels, respiratory acidosis, and impaired gas exchange in the lungs.