Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer)

H2CO3 ⇌ HCO3− + H+

概要

The carbonic acid/bicarbonate buffer system is the primary blood buffer maintaining pH between 7.35 and 7.45. Carbon dioxide dissolves in blood to form carbonic acid, which dissociates to bicarbonate and hydrogen ions. The enzyme carbonic anhydrase catalyzes the CO₂ hydration. Disruption causes acidosis or alkalosis.

参加者

役割 物質 係数 状態
反応物 Carbonic Acid H₂CO₃ 1 (aq)

日常の例

When you exercise hard and breathe heavily, your body is using this buffer system to prevent dangerous pH changes from metabolic acid production.

産業上の重要性

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特性

タイプ
Acid-Base
可逆的
はい
エネルギー
吸熱性
触媒
Carbonic anhydrase (in blood)

関連する反応

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer)?
The balanced equation is: H₂CO₃ ⇌ HCO₃⁻ + H⁺.
What type of reaction is Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer)?
Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer) is a acid-base reaction. It is reversible under certain conditions.
Is Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer) exothermic or endothermic?
Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer) is endothermic (absorbs energy).
What conditions are needed for Carbonic Acid Dissociation (Blood Buffer)?
This reaction requires a catalyst (Carbonic anhydrase (in blood)).