Which statement concerning pH is NOT true? A) It equals the logarithm to the base 10 of the reciprocal of the hydrogen-ion concentration. B) It can be calculated if the HCO₃^- and CO₂ concentration in the body fluids is known, even if the H⁺ concentration is unknown. C) It is lower in arterial blood than venous blood.

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Arterial blood typically has a higher pH than venous blood due to the lower concentration of carbon dioxide, which is acidic.

Which Statement Concerning PH Is NOT True