Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 26 - Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance - Review Questions - Page 1016: 20b

Answer

B. The type A intercalated cells are tasked to secrete Hydrogen consistently through a H+-ATPase pump and through a K+-H+ antiporter. Once the Hydrogen is secreted it binds to HPO42 in which forms H2PO4. Which is excreted out the urine.

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The type A intercalated cells are tasked to secrete Hydrogen consistently through a H+-ATPase pump and through a K+-H+ antiporter. Once the Hydrogen is secreted it binds to HPO42 in which forms H2PO4. Which is excreted out the urine.
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