Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. In alkalosis, the hydrogen ion concentration of the blood rises.
2. The proper ratio of the buffer pair would be 20 times more carbonic acid than sodium bicarbonate.
3. The proper ratio of the buffer pair would be 20 times more sodium bicarbonate than carbonic acid.
4. Uncontrolled diabetes or prolonged diarrhea can lead to metabolic alkalosis.
5. Bicarbonate deficit can lead to metabolic acidosis.


1. FALSE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE

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