10 Questions
What is the equation for the reaction between an acid and HPO4^-2?
HPO4^-2 + H3O+ → H2PO4- + H2O
What is the equation for the reaction between a base and H2PO4-?
H2PO4- + OH- → HPO4^-2 + H2O
What is the condition for acidic blood (acidemia)?
[HCO3-] / [H2CO3] < 20:1
What is the condition for alkaline blood (alkalemia)?
[HCO3-] / [H2CO3] > 20:1
What is the pH range where death can occur?
pH < 6.8 or pH > 7.8
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of maintaining proper acid-base balance?
Improved immune function
What is the definition of a solution?
A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances
What is the dissolving medium in a solution?
The solvent
What type of solutions are aqueous solutions?
Solutions where the solvent is a liquid
Which of the following is a property of water as a solvent?
It is one of the best solvents for dissolving ionic substances
Test your knowledge on the concepts of pH, buffer solutions, and acid-base balance introduced in the third lecture of the first stage of Ms.c. Khadija Najah's Dentistry course at University of Osoul Aldeen. Understand the importance of maintaining specific pH levels in various bodily functions like blood.
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