Which of These Statements Does NOT Correctly Describe Chemical Buffer

question 173

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements does NOT correctly describe chemical buffer systems?

• A)A chemical buffer system consists of a pair of substances involved in a reversible reaction, one that can yield free H⁺ and one that can bind with free H⁺.
• B)A chemical buffer system minimizes changes in the pH of a solution when an acid or a base is added to or removed from the solution.
• C) Buffers respond to pH changes in three minutes.
• D) A buffer system cannot actually eliminate hydrogen ions from the body.

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Definitions:

Vertical Division of Labour

The categorization of tasks in an organizational hierarchy where tasks are assigned based on level of authority and expertise, from top to bottom.

Differentiation

The tendency for managers in separate units, functions, or departments to differ in terms of goals, time spans, and interpersonal styles.

Coordination

A process of facilitating timing, communication, and feedback among work tasks.

Indirect Impact

Effects or outcomes that occur as a secondary result of an action, often not immediately apparent or directly connected.