Multiple Choice
A decrease in blood pH:
A) accelerates the renal tubule ion exchange mechanisms.
B) causes a decrease in the renal tubule excretion of ammonia.
C) has no effect on the renal tubule excretion of ammonia (because of respiratory compensations) .
D) produces an increase in the pH of the urine through the chloride shift.
Correct Answer:
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