The earth is 75% water. This large amount of water serves a heat sink responsible for the: O A) Prevention of temperature fluctuations that are outside the range suitable for life O B) Coastal areas to have mild climate O C) Stable marine environment O D) All of the above E) None of the above Human blood maintains a pH of 7.35 - 7.45. Which of the following maintains the blood pH? A) taking a bath B) buffers in blood, breathing and urinating C) drinking water often D) None of the above E) All of the above

The earth is 75% water. This large amount of water serves a heat sink responsible for the: O A) Prevention of temperature fluctuations that are outside the range suitable for life O B) Coastal areas to have mild climate O C) Stable marine environment O D) All of the above E) None of the above Human blood maintains a pH of 7.35 - 7.45. Which of the following maintains the blood pH? A) taking a bath B) buffers in blood, breathing and urinating C) drinking water often D) None of the above E) All of the above

Biology 2e

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Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter46: Ecosystems

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Problem 3VCQ: Figure 46.17 Which of the following statements about the nitrogen cycle is false? Ammonification...

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