Normal pH range for blood is 7.35 to 7.45. If blood pH falls below 7.35,
A. the number of red blood cells decreases.
B. the blood becomes saltier.
C. an imbalance called acidosis results.
D. an imbalance called alkalosis results.
E. nothing happens as this is an acceptable deviation.
C
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