Answered: List the various sources of fixed acid.

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

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List the various sources of fixed acid.

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A nonvolatile acid referred to as a fixed acid is an acid that is not removed in the lungs and is produced in the body from causes other than carbon dioxide. They are obtained through an imperfect synthesis of sugars, proteins, and fats.

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Sulfuric acid: Sulfur is among the most common minerals in the human body, readily accessible from food sources. This nonvolatile (metabolic) sulfuric acid is used and removed by the kidney If it is not degraded in the metabolism.

Phosphoric acid: Phosphoric acid is produced from phosphorus, a naturally present mineral in the body. To form healthy skeletons and teeth, it functions with calcium.
Keto acid: Ketosis is a mechanism of metabolism. If the body requires glucose, it increases the glucose concentration by converting the stored fats into glucose called ketones.
Lactic acid: During intensive exercise, the RBCs and the muscle cells breakdown the stored carbohydrate in the muscle that produced lactic acid.