Inhibiting the actions of __________ would impair the ability of the kidney to regulate pH of the blood.

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Carbonic anhydrase is an enzyme found in the kidneys that catalyzes the conversion of carbon dioxide to bicarbonate ion, an essential step in the regulation of blood pH. Inhibiting its action would impair the kidney's ability to regulate pH. Aldosterone and ADH are hormones that regulate fluid balance and blood pressure, but they do not directly regulate pH. Inulin is a polysaccharide used to measure glomerular filtration rate in the kidneys and does not play a role in pH regulation.

Inhibiting the Actions of __________ Would Impair the Ability of the Kidney