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  • 23-05-2016
  • Advanced Placement (AP)
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Why must the body maintain this balance between acids and bases?

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SadafZ
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  • 23-05-2016
If the body does not regulate its acid-base homeostasis, there can be an adverse effect on many vital organs.


the acid=base homeostasis is maintained by lungs, kidneys and buffer systems.

Acidosis - too much acid, fall in blood pH levels

Alkalosis - too much base, rise in blood pH levels.
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