A Buffer

question 14

Multiple Choice

A buffer

• A)donates H+ ions when conditions become too basic and accepts H+ ions when conditions become too acidic.
• B)is a base that is used to offset overly acidic conditions in the body.
• C)is an acid that is used to offset overly basic conditions in the body.
• D)donates OH- ions when conditions become too basic and accepts OH- ions when conditions become too acidic.

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