Asked by Landon Thompson on Jul 24, 2024
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If there is an accumulation of acidic products in the plasma, one would expect ________.
A) an increase in respiration rate
B) a decrease in respiration rate
C) no influence on respiration rate
D) an increase in residual volume
E) apnea
Acidic Products
Substances that release hydrogen ions (H+) in solution, resulting in a pH less than 7.
Respiration Rate
The number of breaths taken per minute, an important measure of respiratory health and function.
- Acquire knowledge on the biochemical mechanisms facilitating gas exchange in pulmonary structures.
- Describe the physiological responses to changes in blood CO2 levels.
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Nicole ShaquittaJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
An accumulation of acidic products in the plasma would lead to an increase in respiration rate as the body attempts to expel more CO2 to reduce the acidity, a process known as compensatory respiratory alkalosis.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the biochemical mechanisms facilitating gas exchange in pulmonary structures.
- Describe the physiological responses to changes in blood CO2 levels.