One Unique Aspect of Kidney Regulation of PH Is That

question 65

Multiple Choice

One unique aspect of kidney regulation of pH is that it

• A) is the only site of carbonic anhydrase that can quickly convert carbon dioxide and water to carbonic acid.
• B) can excrete excess acid.
• C) can excrete excess base.
• D) both A and B.

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