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Question 8

Cells in a culture function best when their internal pH is 7.2. The pH of the liquid surrounding the cells can change.

Which statement describes homeostasis in this cell culture?

[1]
A

The cells maintain the surrounding liquid at pH 7.2 while their internal pH changes.

B

The internal pH of the cells changes to match the pH of the surrounding liquid.

C

The internal pH of the cells returns to 7.2 only when the surrounding liquid returns to pH 7.2.

D

The cells keep their internal pH close to 7.2 even when the pH of the surrounding liquid changes.

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5.1 Homeostasis Questions

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