10 Questions
Which of the following is an example of a volatile acid?
CO2
Which defense mechanism is composed of a weak acid and its salt?
Buffer system
What is the most abundant inorganic acid mentioned in the text?
H2SO4
Which mechanism is responsible for excreting excess acids or bases from the body?
Renal mechanism
What is the function of carbonic anhydrase in the body?
To catalyze the conversion of CO2 into carbonic acid
Which of the following is an example of a fixed, nonvolatile acid?
H2SO4
Which defense mechanism acts rapidly and is composed of a weak acid and its salt?
Buffer system
What is the main function of carbonic anhydrase in the body?
To catalyze the conversion of CO2 and H2O into H2CO3
Which mechanism is responsible for maintaining acid-base equilibrium in the body?
Renal mechanism
What are the two components of the bicarbonate buffer system?
NaHCO3 and H2CO3
Test your knowledge on acid-base balance in the pulmonary system with this quiz. Learn about acids, bases, and their examples. Explore the body's defense mechanisms to maintain equilibrium and understand respiratory and metabolic types of acid-base imbalances.
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