Which of these statements does NOT indicate why a chloride shift occurs in red blood cells
A)to prevent development of an electrical gradient
B)in response to bicarbonate movement into the plasma
C)to prevent an increase in blood pH
D)to restore electrical neutrality

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The chloride shift provides a way to maintain the electrical balance between the red blood cell and the plasma. In response to the production of H+ during the formation of bicarbonate, the chloride molecules move into the red blood cell to maintain electrical neutrality. This process also helps to prevent the buildup of excess H+ ions, preventing an increase in blood pH. Therefore, statement C is not a reason for the chloride shift.

Which of These Statements Does NOT Indicate Why a Chloride