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In mammals how much `CO_(2)` is transported as bicarbonates of soidum and potassium in the blood

A

`5-10%`

B

`10-90%`

C

`70-72%`

D

`90-95%`

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The correct Answer is:
C
About `71%` of `CO_(2)` is transported in the form of plasma About `20-25%` of `CO_(2)` is transported by binding with hemoglobin to form carboxyhemoglobin
About `70%` of `CO_(2)` is transported in the form of bicarbonate.
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