The buffer systems in the human body are extremely efficient, and different systems work at different rates. It takes only seconds for the .... cells in tissues throughout the body. The respiratory and renal systems also play major roles in acid-base homeostasis by removing CO2 and hydrogen ions, respectively, from the body. read more
When sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO 3), comes into contact with a strong acid, such as HCl, carbonic acid (H 2 CO 3), which is a weak acid, and NaCl are formed. When carbonic acid comes into contact with a strong base, such as NaOH, bicarbonate and water are formed. read more
Eight amino acids (ten in children) are considered essential for human nutrition. These are isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and valine. Non-essential amino acids are those which can be synthesized in the body. read more
The normal pH range for human blood is 7.35 – 7.45. A blood pH below 7.35 is a condition known as acidosis and can produce confusion, loss of consciousness, and even coma in humans. A blood pH above 7.45 is called alkalosis and can cause uncontrollable muscle contraction – hand tremor, muscle twitching, and prolonged muscle spasms. read more