Which of the following is not a function of the kidneys? pH maintenance Maintenance of plasma osmolarity Vocalization Removal of nitrogenous wastes
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pH maintenance: The kidneys help maintain the pH balance of the blood by excreting hydrogen ions and reabsorbing bicarbonate ions. So, this is a function of the kidneys. Show more…
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