The Blood Buffer Reactions Described by H₂CO₃

question 33

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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