In Tubular Secretion, _______

question 19

Multiple Choice

In tubular secretion, _______.

• A) certain substances are secreted into the filtrate
• B) hydrogen ions are actively transported from the peritubular capillaries into the filtrate in the renal tubules
• C) urine is secreted into the ureters
• D) about 1200 g of salt are transported back into the blood during each 24-hour period

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