Which buffer system mainly maintains the pH of human blood at about 7.4?

Correct answer C. H₂CO₃ / HCO₃⁻

Explanation

Blood is buffered chiefly by carbonic acid and hydrogencarbonate ions, which remove added H⁺ or OH⁻ and keep the pH close to 7.4.

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