Which of the Following Is NOT a Mechanism That Maintains

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism that maintains pH of body fluids?

• A)Buffer systems
• B)Proteins
• C)Phosphates
• D)Carbonic acid-bicarbonate
• E)All of these correct

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Definitions:

Electrolytes

Minerals in the body fluids important for the normal function of cells and organs, such as sodium, potassium, and calcium.

Carbohydrates

Essential nutrients found in foods like bread, rice, and fruits that body uses as its primary energy source.

Hydrogen Ions

Positive ions (protons) of hydrogen, H+, which play a critical role in chemical reactions, including pH balance in solutions.

Acids

Electrolytes that release hydrogen ions in water.