Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry
Chemistry for Today: General, Organic, and Biochemistry
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Author: Spencer L. Seager, Michael R. Slabaugh, Maren S. Hansen
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 25, Problem 25.45E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason as to why the reaction (b) is not used as a buffer system in the human body is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A buffer system refers to a solution that could withstand pH changes on the addition of acids or bases. The example of the buffer system is blood with a pH range of 7.35 to 7.45.

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