The chloride shift
A)involves movement of bicarbonate to outside of RBCs in exchange for chloride.
B)raises the chloride concentration of venous blood plasma.
C)is necessary for efficient transport of oxygen by the blood.
D)only happens in people with emphysema.
E)helps maintain electrical balance between plasma and interstitial fluid.

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The chloride shift involves the movement of bicarbonate ions from inside to outside of red blood cells in exchange for chloride ions. This maintains the balance of charges and helps to regulate the pH of the blood.

The Chloride Shift