Which of the Following Represents Bicarbonate,an Anion That is Important

Question

Which of the following represents bicarbonate,an anion that is important in acid-base regulation?
A) HCl
B) Ca(OH)2
C) HCO3-
D) KCl

Accepted Answer

Bicarbonate is represented by the chemical formula HCO3-, which contains both carbon and oxygen, and is important in maintaining the proper pH balance of bodily fluids. A) HCl is hydrochloric acid, not an anion. B) Ca(OH)2 is calcium hydroxide, not an anion. D) KCl is potassium chloride, not an anion important in acid-base regulation.