Acid-base Balance🧪 Flashcards
What is an acid?
A substance that releases hydrogen ions when dissolved in a solution
What is a base?
A substance that’s takes up the hydrogen ions when dissolved in a solution
What is the PH of arterial blood?
7.35-7.45
What is the PH of venous blood?
7.31-7.41
What is the PH of an acid and an alkaline? And what is the neutral PH?
0-5 = acid
6-8 = neutral
9-14 = alkaline
What is homeostasis?
The detection of change in the internal and external environment
What is the normal pH range of human blood?
The normal pH range of human blood is 7.35 to 7.45.
True or False: Acidosis refers to a condition where the blood pH is below 7.35.
True
What are the two main types of acidosis?
The two main types of acidosis are metabolic acidosis and respiratory acidosis.
Fill in the blank: The primary buffer system in the human body is the __________ buffer system.
bicarbonate
Which organ is primarily responsible for regulating acid-base balance?
The kidneys
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a symptom of alkalosis? A) Confusion B) Muscle twitching C) Nausea D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the role of carbonic acid in acid-base balance?
Carbonic acid acts as a buffer by dissociating into bicarbonate and hydrogen ions, helping to maintain pH.
True or False: Respiratory compensation occurs when the lungs adjust the rate of carbon dioxide exhalation to correct pH imbalances.
True
What is the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation used for?
The Henderson-Hasselbalch equation is used to calculate the pH of a buffer solution.
