Question

Bicarbonate radical is simple acidic radical true or false

Answer 1

Answer:

Bicarbonate, also known as hydrogen carbonate, is responsible for maintaining the balance of acids and bases in your body, i.e. the pH value. It is a base or alkaline, therefore an important “opponent” of acids. Bicarbonate works as an acid buffer.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The bicarbonate ion carries a negative one formal charge and is an amphiprotic species which has both acidic and basic properties.