The Kidneys Help to Regulate the PH of Body Fluids

question 29

Multiple Choice

The kidneys help to regulate the pH of body fluids by controlling the

• A) excretion of hydrogen ions.
• B) conversion of acids to bases.
• C) filtration of buffers.
• D) reabsorption of carbon dioxide.
• E) reabsorption of glucose.

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