buffers in body and the type of indicators to use Flashcards
1
Q
what controls the pH in the body
A
the plasma of the blood, acts as a buffer
2
Q
what happens to the body if pH falls below of buffer range ? (below 7.40)
A
people can develop a conditon called acidosis, can cause fatigue shortness of breath and even death
3
Q
what happens to the body if the pH of blood rises above buffer ( pH 7.40)
A
a conditon called alkalosis, causes muscle spasms nausea and light headedness
4
Q
what is the human buffer system
A
carbonic acid - hydrogencarbonate system… acts like other buffers
5
Q
anything with strong base
A
phenolphthalein
pink when alkaline
6
Q
anything with strong acid
A
methly orange
acid red
alkaline yellow
