When the blood becomes too acidic, the ________ secrete more ______ ions into the urine.
A) collecting ducts; hydrogen
B) proximal tubules; sodium
C) distal tubules; bicarbonate
D) collecting ducts; calcium
E) proximal tubules; hydrogen

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The collecting ducts of the kidneys play a crucial role in acid-base balance by secreting more hydrogen ions into the urine when the blood becomes too acidic, helping to restore normal pH levels.

When the Blood Becomes Too Acidic, the ________ Secrete More