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Question 14 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

An individual’s blood pH level is 7.3. How will her body most likely respond?

Answer
A
Her pancreas will release hormones to normalize the pH level.
B
Her brain will be stimulated to adapt to an acidic environment.
C
Her blood vessels will get larger to better move the blood around.
D
Her kidneys will release substances to neutralize the blood.

Explanation

A blood pH of 7.3 is below the normal range of about 7.35–7.45, so the blood is too acidic. The kidneys help correct this by removing acid and conserving or releasing bicarbonate, which helps raise the blood’s pH. Therefore, the best answer is D, that her kidneys will release substances to neutralize the blood.

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