The Blood Buffer Reactions Described by H₂CO₃

question 14

Multiple Choice

The blood buffer reactions described by H₂CO₃
H⁺ + HCO₃- indicates that

• A)scientists are uncertain which direction the equation flows.
• B)the reaction can flow either direction depending on whether there is an excess of hydrogen or hydroxide ions.
• C)any reaction in one direction causes an immediate reverse reaction.
• D)chemicals can swing wildly from acid to basic.
• E)there is really no difference in chemistry whether a molecule is formed or dissociated.

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