Keeping Blood pH Constant Flashcards

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What level does pH of blood and most cells have to be at so we can function properly?

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7.4

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What happens if there is a increase in H+ ions in blood?

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Bicarbonate acts as a base and removes excess H+ from the solution

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What happens if there is a decrease in H+?

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Carbonic acid releases more H+ into the solution

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