Which of the Following Buffer Pairs Is Considered the Major

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following buffer pairs is considered the major plasma buffering system?

• A) Protein/fat
• B) Carbonic acid/bicarbonate
• C) Sodium/potassium
• D) Amylase/albumin

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Definitions:

Visual Cortex

The region of the brain located in the occipital lobe that processes visual information.

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles attached to the bones that are responsible for voluntary movements.

Prefrontal Area

A region at the front of the brain's frontal lobes, critical in regulating complex cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle found in the walls of hollow organs like the intestines and blood vessels, controlling involuntary movements.