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The blood's Bicarbonate weak-acid/conjugated-base buffer system.
Explanation:
Since the pH of Blood has to be maintained in the narrow range of
Here is the complete reaction:
Just like any Buffer, Bicarbonate Buffer works by neutralizing any extra acid or base introduced into the system by keeping its Weak Acid, then it'll fail to balance the pH and result in cases of Acidosis or Alkalosis.
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Further Reading:
pH
Bicarbonate Buffer System
Carbonic Anhydrase
Buffer
Weak Acid
Acidosis
Alkalosis