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Although much CO(2) is carried in blood,...

Although much `CO_(2)` is carried in blood, yet blood does not become acidic, because

A

In `CO_(2)` transport, blood buffers play an important role

B

`CO_(2)` Combines with water to form `H_(2)CO_(3)` which is neutralized by `H_(2)CO_(3)`

C

`CO_(2)` is continuously diffused through the tissues and is not allowed to accumulate

D

`CO_(2)` is absorbed by leucocytes

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A
The body’s chemical buffer consists of carbonic buffers, phosphate buffer and buffering of plasma proteins that helps to neutralize acid.
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