The Addition of CO₂ to the Blood Generates Ions in the RBCs

question 46

Multiple Choice

The addition of CO₂ to the blood generates ions in the RBCs, which in turn stimulates RBCs to unload more oxygen.

• A)sodium
• B)potassium
• C)nitrogen
• D)hydrogen
• E)chloride

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