MATCHING
Match each term with its corresponding description or definition.
-condition that is caused by a bicarbonate excess
A)buffer
B)metabolic acidosis
C)acid solution
D)respiratory alkalosis
E)respiratory system
F)metabolic alkalosis
G)alkaline solution
H)kidney system
I)respiratory acidosis
J)neutral solution

Question

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Metabolic alkalosis is a condition that is caused by a bicarbonate excess.

Answer: A
 A buffer is a substance that can neutralize a change in pH by donating or accepting hydrogen ions.

Answer: B
 Metabolic acidosis is a condition that occurs when there is an excess of acid in the body.

Answer: E
 The respiratory system is responsible for the exchange of gases in the body, including the removal of carbon dioxide.

Answer: D
 Respiratory alkalosis is a condition that occurs when there is a decrease in the amount of carbon dioxide in the body, leading to an increase in pH.

Answer: H
 The kidney system is responsible for maintaining the acid-base balance in the body by regulating the levels of bicarbonate and hydrogen ions in the blood.

Answer: I
 Respiratory acidosis is a condition that occurs when there is an excess of carbon dioxide in the body, leading to a decrease in pH.

Answer: G
 An alkaline solution is a solution with a pH greater than 7, indicating a higher concentration of hydroxide ions than hydrogen ions.

Answer: J
 A neutral solution is a solution with a pH of 7, indicating a balance of hydrogen and hydroxide ions.

MATCHING Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Description or Definition