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30.Functions of the collecting ducts include (circle all that apply): a) secretion b)filtration c) concentrating urine d) lubrication with mucus

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30.Functions of the collecting ducts include
(circle all that apply):
a) secretion
b)filtration
c) concentrating urine
d) lubrication with mucus

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