Excess Phosphorus Is Excreted by the Kidneys

question 71

Multiple Choice

Excess phosphorus is excreted by the kidneys. What effect does this have on the pH of blood plasma?

• A)causes an increase
• B)causes a decrease
• C)has no effect

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