Which of the Following INCORRECTLY Describes Mechanisms of CO₂ Transport

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following INCORRECTLY describes mechanisms of CO₂ transport?

• A) as bicarbonate ions in plasma
• B) 7-10% of CO₂ is dissolved directly into the plasma
• C) just over 20% of CO₂ is carried in the form of carbaminohemoglobin
• D) attached to the heme part of hemoglobin

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Definitions:

Micturition

The process of expelling urine from the bladder; also known as urination.

Tubular Secretion

The process by which substances are actively transported out of the blood and into the tubular fluid of the nephrons in the kidneys.

Urine Production

The physiological process by which kidneys filter blood to remove waste products and excess substances, resulting in the formation of urine.

Micturition Reflex

A reflex leading to the urge to urinate, initiated by the stretching of the bladder.