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Human urine is usually acidic because...

Human urine is usually acidic because

A

sodium transporter exchanges one hydrogen ion for each sodium ion, in peritubular capillaries

B

excreted plasma proteins are acidic

C

potassium and sodium exchatnge generates acidity

D

hydrogen ions are actively secreted into the filtrate

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D
Ammonia is the highly toxic excretory product.
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