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ESSAY QUESTION #2 According to the course materials only, write out the bicarbonate buffering system equation as it pertains to respiratory regulation of H+, explain each of the three parts of the equation (left side, middle, and right side), then discuss how the equation works in conditions of high blood plasma pH, as well as low blood plasma pH. Only details about the bicarbonate buffering system equation discussed in the course lecture video shall be accepted. (10pts) NOTE: When writing your essay response, remember that points shall be assigned for the use of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I further expect to see well-constructed sentences with no errors in mechanics. Further, I am not looking for what Google or Chat GPT (or other generative AI programs) provide you as an answer to this question. Only responses derived from material taken from the course lecture video shall be accepted. 

Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) acts to inhibit sodium reabsorption, thereby reducing blood volume and blood pressure.  

My instructor’s name is Mr. Waddell.

Trace the vascular pathway through the kidneys from renal artery to renal vein of a cortical nephron by placing the vessels in proper order. (11pt)   1. Afferent arterioles 2. Segmental arteries 3. Interlobar veins 4. Glomeruli 5. Interlobar arteries 6. Arcuate arteries 7. Cortical radiate arteries 8. Cortical radiate veins 9. Arcuate veins 10. Efferent arterioles 11. Peritubular capillary bed  

From the list of statements below about the gross anatomy of the kidney, identify the statement written falsely.   

What is the function of the macula densa cells of the juxtaglomerular complex (JGC)?  

Glomerular filtration rate (the GFR) can be altered by which of the following possible responses below?

Match the terms with their respective descriptions/definitions. 

Carrier proteins are present in the proximal tubule cells of a nephron to help ensure glucose is reabsorbed. 

Adipose tissue is one of the most hydrated of all tissues in the body.