Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

Which of the following statements are true of the kidneys and acid-base balance? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)


A)If body fluids become too acidic, the kidneys will secrete H+ ions into the renal filtrate.
B)Kidney cells can obtain H+ ions from the reaction of CO2 and H2O to form carbonic aciD.
C)The bicarbonate buffer system is a mechanism for the kidneys to get rid of excess H+ ions and thereby lower the pH of body fluids.
D)The kidneys help maintain the normal pH range of blood of 7.30 to 7.40.

Answer

A, B