How the respiratory system works to adjust blood pH
Describe how the respiratory system works to adjust blood pH. Include the link between Carbon Dioxide
and pH (Hint: watch videos in respiratory system unit).
Grading Rubric:
Must be at least 200 words.
Must be written entirely in your own words.
Includes how the respiratory system is linked to blood pH.
Includes the role of carbon dioxide, carbonic anhydrase and carbonic acid in affecting blood pH.
Includes relationship between breathing rate and pH.
Includes a description of respiratory acidosis and alkalosis.
Includes how the respiratory system compensates for acidosis and alkalosis.
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