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1) Acids act as (1pts) hydroxyl ions. hydrogen ion acceptors. proton donors as do bases. proton donors while a base accepts protons. 2) A base has a pH that is (1pts) above 7. equal to 7. below 7. 3) The buffer system is essential for overall body homeostasis. What condition is due to an increase in blood pH? (1pts) acidosis. alkalosis. carbonic acid. coma. 4) What is a neurotransmitter? (1pts) A chemical messenger that carrier signals from a neuron to a receiving cells across a syn...