Explain why having more red blood cells per cm3 of blood is an advantage to an athlete. (3 Marks)

Red Blood Cells (RBC’s) contain haemoglobin. Therefore, more RBC’s results in more haemoglobin present.Haemoglobin carries oxygen, therefore, more oxygen can be transported to cells such as muscle cells.More oxygen transported to cells results in more aerobic respiration of cells such as muscle cells.

Answered by Bradley-James G. Biology tutor

20240 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What is Homeostasis and how does it work?


How is the sperm cell adapted to its role?


I'm confused in the difference between the cell wall and the cell membrane?


How are the lungs specialised for gas exchange?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences