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Chapter 11, Problem 18P
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To determine: The reason ouabain inhibits oxygen consumption by 66 % when it is added to thin slices of living kidney tissues.

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Ouabain is a toxic chemical which is derived from plant and is used as poison in Africa for hunting. It is a type of cardiac glycoside and its lower doses inhibit sodium-potassium ion pump in the body of organism.

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To determine: The observation that can be concluded about the use of respiratory energy by kidney tissue.

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Kidney is an important organ of human body which is located at the abdomen towards back. They play an important role in the removal of waste and excessive water from blood. It also helps to maintain chemical balance in the body.

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