MATCHING
Match each term with its corresponding description or definition.
-system that helps regulate the pH of the blood by removing carbon dioxide
A)buffer
B)metabolic acidosis
C)acid solution
D)respiratory alkalosis
E)respiratory system
F)metabolic alkalosis
G)alkaline solution
H)kidney system
I)respiratory acidosis
J)neutral solution

Question

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The respiratory system helps regulate the pH of the blood by removing carbon dioxide.

Answer: A
 A buffer is a substance that can resist changes in pH.

Answer: H
 The kidney system also helps regulate the pH of the blood by removing excess acids or bases.

Answer: I
 Respiratory acidosis occurs when there is too much carbon dioxide and not enough oxygen in the body.

Answer: F
 Metabolic alkalosis occurs when there is too much bicarbonate in the body.

Answer: B
 Metabolic acidosis occurs when there is too much acid in the body.

Answer: G
 An alkaline solution has a pH greater than 7.

Answer: C
 An acid solution has a pH less than 7.

Answer: J
 A neutral solution has a pH of 7.

MATCHING Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Description or Definition