How does the urinary system respond to blood that has become acidic?
A) secrete more hydrogen ions only
B) breathing rate increases
C) reabsorb more bicarbonate ions only
D) breathing rate decreases
E) both secrete more hydrogen ions and reabsorb more bicarbonate ions

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The urinary system responds to blood that has become acidic by both secreting more hydrogen ions and reabsorbing more bicarbonate ions, which helps to maintain blood pH within a normal range.

How Does the Urinary System Respond to Blood That Has