In Regard to Respiratory and Renal Control Buffer Systems, Which

question 37

Multiple Choice

In regard to respiratory and renal control buffer systems, which of the following statements is true?

• A)The kidneys work alone to respond to changes in pH.
• B)The kidneys' response time is faster than the response time of the lungs.
• C)The lungs work alone to respond to changes in pH.
• D)The lungs' response time is faster than the response time of the kidneys.

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