Consider the Following Reaction

question 38

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction. If the pH of the blood was decreased, then the ________.
CO₂ + H₂O H₂CO₃ HCO₃⁻ + H⁺

• A) amount of carbon dioxide would increase
• B) bicarbonate in the blood would increase
• C) amount of oxygen in the blood will decrease
• D) amount of protons in the blood will increase

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