Why Is It Important to Precisely Regulate the PH of Blood

question 105

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to precisely regulate the pH of blood or other body fluids?

• A) Blood functions as an excellent solvent.
• B) Blood and other body fluids have a very high heat capacity.
• C) Dehydration synthesis of large molecules occurs.
• D) Hydrogen ions are extremely reactive.
• E) Some organic molecules have polar covalent bonds.

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