EBK GENERAL, ORGANIC, & BIOLOGICAL CHEM
EBK GENERAL, ORGANIC, & BIOLOGICAL CHEM
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Author: SMITH
Publisher: VST
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Chapter 25, Problem 25.43P
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(a)

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Two reasons should be listed that would causes a decline in pH levels below 7.35.

Concept Introduction:

pH regulation is very important for the human body. The human body has an optimal pH range of 7.357.45 . If the pH of the body goes beyond this range, then the body suffers from acidosis or alkalosis depending upon the value of the pH.

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(b)

Interpretation:

Two reasons should be listed which causes the pH of the body to go above 7.45

Concept Introduction:

Alkalosis is the condition when the pH of the body is above the level of 7.45 and this condition is caused when there is an excessive buildup of the base or alkaline in the body or when there is very less acid in the body.

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