(Solved): Severe diarrhea is one of the most common causes of death in young children. One of the main effect ...

Severe diarrhea is one of the most common causes of death in young children. One of the main effects of diarrhea is the excretion of large quantities of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3). Sodium bicarbonate acts as a buffering component of the blood, according to the reaction shown below (forgive the messed up equilibrium arrow): H?CO3 H+ + HCO3 The relevant pK? is 6.3 (taking into account other associated reactions). Unfortunately, this release of bicarbonate can have disastrous consequences, resulting in a condition called acidosis. If the ratio of bicarbonate (HCO3) to carbonate (H?CO3) in à patient's blood is is 7.9 to 1, what is the pH of your patient's blood? Give your answer to one decimal place.