Regulation of hydrogen ion concentration Flashcards
1
Q
How is pH of body fluids regulated by?
A
Chemical buffer systems
2
Q
Where are chemical buffers found?
A
in all body fluids
3
Q
What do chemical buffers do?
A
Minimize pH changes in body fluids
4
Q
What does a chemical buffer system combine with?
A
a strong acid and convert it to a weaker acid
5
Q
What do acid components combine with yo neutralize it?
A
with a strong base to convert it to a weaker base
6
Q
What are three chemical buffer systems in body fluids
A
bicarbonate buffer system, phosphate buffer system, protein buffer system
