Questions: Normal functioning of the body creates small pH imbalances that are addressed by the creation of (7.4) to restore pH to a slightly basic level buffers solutions acids electrolytes
Transcript text: Normal functioning of the body creates small pH imbalances that are addressed by the creation of (7.4).
to restore pH to a slightly basic level
buffers
solutions
acids
electrolytes
Solution
The answer is: buffers
Explanation for each option:
Buffers: Correct. Buffers are substances that help maintain a stable pH in the body by neutralizing small amounts of acids or bases. They are crucial in restoring pH to a slightly basic level, which is around 7.4 in the human body.
Solutions: Incorrect. While solutions can contain buffers, the term "solutions" is too broad and does not specifically address the function of maintaining pH balance.
Acids: Incorrect. Acids would lower the pH, making it more acidic, which is not the goal when trying to restore pH to a slightly basic level.
Electrolytes: Incorrect. Electrolytes are ions that help conduct electrical impulses in the body, but they do not specifically address pH balance.
Summary:
The normal functioning of the body creates small pH imbalances that are addressed by the creation of buffers to restore pH to a slightly basic level.