Chapter 25, Problem 25.34E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The fate of ${\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}$ in the blood when the kidneys function to control blood $\text{pH}$ is to be described.

Concept introduction:

Kidneys can excrete varying amounts of acid and base. Like the lungs, kidneys play important role in urinary control in blood $\text{pH}$. For acidic blood, the excretion of the hydrogen ions by the kidneys decrease the urine $\text{pH}$ and increase the blood $\text{pH}$ back to normal.