The main force that “promotes” filtration in a nephron is:       Obj 24.10

How are lipids absorbed across the apical enterocyte membrane of the small intestine?        Obj 22.25

What is a major function of magnesium ions in the body?        Obj 25.7

Identify the role of the urinary system in acid-base balance.                           Obj 25.11 The kidneys can secrete bicarbonate ions when the pH of the blood (H+) rises. The kidneys contribute to acid-base balance by excreting fixed acids that the lungs cannot excrete. The kidneys can manufacture new bicarbonate ions when the pH of the blood falls towards acidity. The kidneys contribute to acid-base balance by controlling the concentration of bicarbonate ions in the blood.

Since her stomach was removed, Ms. Cho has the most difficulty initiating digestion of:          Obj 22.25

Which statement best describes the function of tubular reabsorption?   Obj 24.13 

Urine is transported from kidney to the urinary bladder by the:              Obj 24.1

Which segment of the small intestine receives pancreatic juice and bile?         Obj 22.15

The functional units of the kidneys are:          Obj 24.5

Proton-pump inhibitors are drugs that block the secretions of gastric acids. Which cells are affected by these drugs?    Obj 22.12