Essential Biochemistry - Acid Base Balance (Section 2 - No. 24)
What is the main function of the kidney in acid-base balance?
Excretion of CO₂
Reabsorption of bicarbonate
Secretion of HCO₃⁻
Excretion of H⁺ ions and reabsorption of HCO₃⁻
Explanation
The kidneys regulate acid-base balance primarily by excreting H⁺ ions and reabsorbing HCO₃⁻ .
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