Populations Around the World Vary as to How Long They

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Essay

Populations around the world vary as to how long they live on average, from in Sierra Leone in Africa to ________ in Japan.

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Definitions:

Antacids

Medications that neutralize stomach acid to relieve heartburn, indigestion, and stomach discomfort.

Acidotic

A condition characterized by an excess of acid in the body fluids or an excessive loss of bicarbonate, often reflected in decreased blood pH.

Blood pH

A measure of the acidity or alkalinity of the blood, vital for maintaining homeostasis, with a normal range typically between 7.35 and 7.45.

Lactose

A disaccharide sugar composed of glucose and galactose, found primarily in milk and dairy products.