The Blood Buffer Reactions Described by H₂CO₃

Multiple Choice

The blood buffer reactions described by H₂CO₃


H⁺ + HCO₃- indicates that

A) scientists are uncertain which direction the equation flows.
B) the reaction can flow either direction depending on whether there is an excess of hydrogen or hydroxide ions.
C) any reaction in one direction causes an immediate reverse reaction.
D) chemicals can swing wildly from acid to basic.
E) there is really no difference in chemistry whether a molecule is formed or dissociated.