What is the significance of buffers in biological systems?
A) They are usually involved in chemical reactions that result in energy production.
B) They help maintain homeostasis with respect to pH.
C) They are not present and are therefore insignificant in biological systems.
D) They help maintain a constant temperature in biological systems.
B) They help maintain homeostasis with respect to pH.
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