Multiple choice

Buffer salts present in blood are

  1. potassium

  2. sodium

  3. both sodium and potassium

  4. cobalt, sodium and potassium
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The term 'buffer salts' in this question refers to the major electrolyte cations present in blood plasma. Sodium is the primary extracellular cation, while potassium is the primary intracellular cation. Both are essential for maintaining osmotic balance and pH regulation in the body.

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