Which blood gas analyzer electrode uses a separate reference electrode?

a. O2
b. pH
c. Clark
d. HCO3–


ANS: B
The reference half-cell produces a constant potential, regardless of sample pH. The difference in potential between the two electrodes is proportional to the H+ concentration of the sample, which is displayed on a voltmeter calibrated in pH units.

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