The kidney functions in : A. disposal of nitrogen waste (such as urea) B. maintaining blood volume C. maintenace of blood pH D. maintenance of blood osmotic pressure E. all of the above

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User: The kidney functions in : A. disposal of nitrogen waste (such as urea) B. maintaining blood volume C. maintenace of blood pH D. maintenance of blood osmotic pressure E. all of the above

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User: The kidney is protected from mechanical shock by the: A. renal capsule B. Renal fat pad C. Hilum D. renal fascia

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The kidney is protected from mechanical shock by the RENAL FAT PAD.

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