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Out of

I. PCT                         II. DCT

III. Loop of Henle   IV. Collecting duct

Which contributes most in maintaining pH of blood?

a)

I and II

b)

II and III

c)

III and IV

d)

I and IV



Question ID - 4125 | SaraNextGen Top Answer

Out of

I. PCT                         II. DCT

III. Loop of Henle   IV. Collecting duct

Which contributes most in maintaining pH of blood?

a)

I and II

b)

II and III

c)

III and IV

d)

I and IV

1 Answer
127 votes
Answer Key / Explanation : (a) -

(a)

PCT helps to maintain the pH and ionic balance of the body fluid by selective secretion of hydrogen ion, ammonia and potassium ion into filtrate and by absorption of from it.

DCT capable of reabsorption of  and selective secretion of hydrogen and potassium and  to maintain the pH and sodium-potassium balance in blood

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