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In maintaining proper acid-base balance, protein acts as

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Buffers, protein buffer specifically, use protein to absorb small amounts of base or acid in the blood. This is preferred over nonprotein molecules, especially since the protein hemoglobin is a highly effective buffer for removing acid from the blood and keeping the pH level of the blood from being affected.
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