In humans, blood pH is maintained within a narrow range:

Chapter 18, Problem 96P

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Problem 96P

In humans, blood pH is maintained within a narrow range: acidosis occurs if the blood pH is below 7.35, and alkalosis occurs if the pH is above 7.45. Given that the pKw of blood is 13.63 at 37°C (body temperature), what is the normal range of [H3O+] and of [OH?] in blood?

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