Which of the following is are the important functions of kidney 1 Maintain pH and osmotic concentrat...........

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Which of the following is/are the important functions of kidney?

1. Maintain pH and osmotic concentration of the extracellular fluid.

2. Excrete toxic or non toxic metabolic by-products such as urea, ammonia, and uric acid.

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1 only

2 only

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Explanation:

The kidney's primary function is the elimination of waste from the bloodstream by production of urine. They perform several homeostatic functions such as:- Maintain volume of extracellular fluid. Maintain ionic balance in extracellular fluid. Maintain pH and osmotic concentration of the extracellular fluid.Excrete toxic metabolic by-products such as urea, ammonia, and uric acid.