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mynx

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on: Aug 20, 2018
The main function of the kidneys is to:
 a. retrieve vital nutrients from urine and send them back to the liver for processing.
  b. remove carbon dioxide from the blood and excrete it in urine.
 c. remove everyday wastes and water from the body.
 d. store extra glycogen for use in emergencies by the body.
 e. remove toxins from urine.

Question 2

All body cells rely on phosphorus and deficiencies in the U.S. are unlikely.
  1.True
  2.False
  3.Not enough information to determine
  4.I dont know


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leahchrapun

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

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mynx

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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