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-How do the lungs respond to metabolic acidosis? (Figure 27-16)
A) lungs increase respiratory rate
B) lungs decrease respiratory rate
C) lungs secrete H+
D) lungs conserve H+
E) lungs convert carbonic acid to water

Accepted Answer

The lungs respond to metabolic acidosis by increasing respiratory rate to decrease carbon dioxide levels and lower the acidity of the blood. This is shown in Figure 27-16, which indicates that increased ventilation leads to a decrease in PaCO2, and therefore a decrease in H+ concentration in the blood.

In-Text Figure Based Questions-How do the lungs respond to metabolic acidosis? (Figure 27-16)

In-Text Figure Based Questions
-How do the lungs respond to metabolic acidosis? (Figure 27-16)