Which of these statements does NOT correctly describe the kidneys' response to increased [H⁺] in the body fluids? A)When [H⁺] increases, the kidneys conserve HCO₃^- by reabsorbing more HCO₃^- and reducing its excretion in the urine. B)When [H⁺] increases, the kidneys secrete more H⁺ to be eliminated in the urine. C) When [H⁺] increases, the kidneys secrete more basic phosphate to buffer the H⁺ in the tubular filtrate.

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The kidneys do not secrete basic phosphate; instead, they use phosphate as a buffer to bind with H⁺ in the tubular filtrate, facilitating its excretion.

Which of These Statements Does NOT Correctly Describe the Kidneys