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Would you expect the concentration of `HCO_3^(-)` to be greater in plasma taken from an artery or vein of an arm?

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To determine whether the concentration of bicarbonate ions (HCO₃⁻) is greater in plasma taken from an artery or a vein of an arm, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding CO₂ Transport**: - CO₂ produced by tissues is transported in the blood in three forms: dissolved in plasma (about 10%), bound to hemoglobin (about 20-25%), and as bicarbonate ions (HCO₃⁻) formed in red blood cells (about 70%). 2. **Formation of Bicarbonate**: ...
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