Chemistry for Today: General  Organic  and Biochemistry
Chemistry for Today: General Organic and Biochemistry
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ISBN: 9781337514576
Author: Seager
Publisher: Cengage
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Chapter 25, Problem 25.27E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The meaning of terms acidosis and alkalosis is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The normal pH of blood lies between 7.35 and 7.45. The pH of blood can increase or decrease when acid or base is added to it. Alkalosis and acidosis are the two conditions which arises when the change in the pH of blood occurs.

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