Match each term with its definition or description.
-A general term that describes a condition of high blood pH

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Alkalosis is a condition where the blood pH is higher than the normal range.

Answer: B
 Alkaline solution refers to a solution with a pH greater than 7.

Answer: F
 Acidosis refers to a condition where the blood pH is lower than the normal range.

Answer: H
 Respiratory acidosis is a type of acidosis caused by abnormalities in the respiratory system.

Answer: I
 Respiratory alkalosis is a condition where the blood pH is elevated due to hyperventilation.

Answer: J
 Metabolic alkalosis is a condition where the blood pH is elevated due to excess base or loss of acid.

Answer: G
 Metabolic acidosis is a condition where the blood pH is lowered due to excess acid or loss of base.

Answer: L
 pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution, ranging from 0 to 14.

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