Why is it important that CO2 be rapidly removed from the cells of animals?

a. because high cellular CO2 affects cellular respiration
b. because high cellular CO2 is a narcotic poison
c. because CO2 damages nerve function
d. because CO2 damages muscle function


Ans: b. because high cellular CO2 is a narcotic poison

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