Chapter 25.5, Problem 18WDYL

(a)

Summary Introduction

To explain:

The changes for each of the following variables if an individual hyperventilates: (a) blood CO₂, (b) blood H⁺ concentration, (c) blood $\text{pH}$

Concept introduction:

Hyperventilation is a biological anomaly in which an individual’s rate of respiration increases very rapidly. It causes excessive expiration because of which the concentration of O₂ in the body decreases and CO₂ increases

To explain:

Change in the levels of blood carbon dioxide ( ${\text{CO}}_2$) if a person hyperventilates.

(b)

Summary Introduction

To explain:

Change in the levels of blood ${\text{H}}^{+}$ if a person hyperventilates.

(c)

Summary Introduction

To explain:

Change in the levels of blood $\text{pH}$ if a person hyperventilates.