Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)is Readily Soluble in Water,according to the Equation

question 37

Multiple Choice

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is readily soluble in water,according to the equation
CO₂ + H₂O ↔ H₂CO₃.Carbonic acid (H₂CO₃) is a weak acid.Respiring cells release CO₂ into the bloodstream.What will be the effect on the pH of blood as that blood first comes in contact with respiring cells?

• A)Blood pH will decrease slightly.
• B)Blood pH will increase slightly.
• C)Blood pH will remain unchanged.
• D)Blood pH will first increase,then decrease as CO₂ combines with hemoglobin.

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