Which way does the reaction H⁺ + HCO₃^- $\rarr$H₂CO₃ $\rarr$ H₂O + CO₂ proceed in the lungs? A)to the right B)to the left C)to the right and then back to the left D)this reaction doesn't proceed in the lungs E)none of these

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In the lungs,the reaction goes to the right and releases carbon dioxide into the lungs.

Which Way Does the Reaction H+ + HCO3- →\rarr→ H2CO3 →\rarr→ H2O + CO2 Proceed in the Lungs? A)to the Right

Which Way Does the Reaction H⁺ + HCO₃^- $\rarr$ H₂CO₃ $\rarr$ H₂O + CO₂ Proceed in the Lungs?
A)to the Right