A rise in the blood concentration of hydrogen ions will make the blood more acidic and cause a(n) ________ to restore homeostasis.

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An increase in hydrogen ions in the blood will cause a decrease in pH, making the blood more acidic. In order to restore homeostasis, CO2 will be exhaled more rapidly, which will increase breathing rate. This will help to remove excess carbon dioxide and hydrogen ions from the blood, and the resulting increase in pH will help to restore acid-base balance. Therefore, the correct answer is C - increased breathing rate.

A Rise in the Blood Concentration of Hydrogen Ions Will