Which of the Following Does Not Correctly Describe Kidney Function

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not correctly describe kidney function? The kidneys

• A)Contribute significantly to long-term regulation of arterial blood pressure by maintaining the proper plasma volume
• B)Produce urine of a fixed composition in order to maintain homeostasis of extracellular fluid
• C)Excrete metabolic waste products
• D)Assist in maintaining proper acid-base balance in the body
• E)Secrete hormones

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Definitions:

Brain Cells

The cells in the brain, including neurons and glial cells, that process and transmit information through electrical and chemical signals.

Biological Theories

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Central Nervous System

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