Question

In Hamburger’s phenomenon, _______.

• A. Cl\(^-\) diffuse into WBCs
• B. Cl\(^-\) diffuse into RBCs
• C. Na\(^+\) diffuse into RBCs
• D. Na\(^+\) diffuse into WBCs

Hint:

Hamburger’s phenomenon (chloride shift) maintains charge balance in RBCs during CO(_2) transport.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Hamburger’s phenomenon (chloride shift) involves the diffusion of chloride ions (Cl\(^-\)) into red blood cells (RBCs) to balance the movement of bicarbonate ions out of RBCs during CO\(_2\) transport in blood.
Answer: Cl\(^-\) diffuse into RBCs.