Diabetes mellitus, in which fatty acids react to produce ketone bodies, leads to

A. respiratory alkalosis.
B. metabolic acidosis.
C. metabolic alkalosis.
D. respiratory acidosis.


Answer: B

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The loop of Henle is categorized into distinct segments including all of the following EXCEPT:

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