Which of the Following Is an Example of a Physiological

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a physiological buffer?

• A) Bicarbonate buffer system
• B) Phosphate buffer system
• C) Protein/amino-acid buffer system
• D) Respiratory system

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Definitions:

IUPAC Name

The methodical identification of chemical substances according to guidelines set by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Configurational Information

Describes the spatial arrangement of atoms within a molecule that cannot be interconverted without breaking chemical bonds.

Cyclohexanecarbaldehyde

An organic compound consisting of a cyclohexane ring attached to a formyl group (aldehyde), C6H11CHO.

Chemotherapeutic

Relating to the treatment of disease, specifically cancer, by chemical substances or drugs.