Flashcards in Biochemistry- Acid Base Deck (7)
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How is pH defined?
log [1/H+ concentration]
2
a weak acid and its conjugate base is known as what?
a buffer
3
What are 4 buffers of the body?
Bicarbonate
Hemoglobin
Phosphate
intracellular proteins
4
Generally, what is the pH of the body?
7.35-7.45, slightly alkaline
5
a substance that donates H+ is known as what?
acid
6
a base is defined as:
an H+ acceptor, or an OH donor
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