When an Increase in Hydrogen Ions Remains After One Hour

question 41

Multiple Choice

When an increase in hydrogen ions remains after one hour, this will lead to a(n)

• A)increased hydrogen reabsorption in the kidneys.
• B)increase in hydrogen ion secretion from the kidneys.
• C)decrease in bicarbonate reabsorption in the kidneys.
• D)failure of the kidneys to filter any more hydrogen ions.
• E)increase in bicarbonate secretion in the kidneys.

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