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Which of the following step in urine formation helps in the maintenance of ionic and acid base balance of body fluids? 

A

Tubular secretionÂ

B

Ultrafiltration

C

Reabsorption

D

Both A and BÂ

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 Tubular secretion is an important step in urine formation as it helps in the maintenance of ionic and acid base balance of body fluids.Â
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