Question

Why would a buffer be important to homeostasis?

Answer 1

This something, a chemical, substance, or process, that acts as a neutralizer.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

A buffer is a chemical substance that helps maintain a relatively constant pH in a solution, even in the face of addition of acids or bases. Buffering is important in living systems as a means of maintaining a fairly constant internal environment, also known as homeostasis. Small molecules such as bicarbonate and phosphate provide buffering capacity as do other substances, such as hemoglobin .