Data and Observations
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As workout intensity increases, the concentration of lactic acid rises, leading to a decrease in blood pH as lactic acid accumulation occurs.
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Blood pH remains neutral despite the presence of lactic acid due to the buffering capacity of blood, which helps to maintain pH homeostasis.
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Water, when carbon dioxide dissolves in it, forms carbonic acid, which can dissociate into bicarbonate and hydrogen ions, thus playing a crucial role in regulating blood pH.
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When an acid is added to blood, excess hydrogen ions are buffered by bicarbonate and proteins, minimizing the decrease in pH.
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When a base is added to blood, excess hydroxide ions react with hydrogen ions to form water, thereby preventing a significant increase in blood pH.