The role of a buffer is to
A) reduce the secretion of bicarbonate ions in the kidneys.
B) enhance the ability of an increase in hydrogen ions to increase pH.
C) reduce the reabsorption of hydrogen ions in the kidneys.
D) limit the change in pH with changing hydrogen ion concentrations.
E) reduce the secretion of hydrogen ions in the kidneys.
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