Previous year MCQs

General science UPPSC 2015 GS-I
Question

What amongst the following is responsible for formation of stone in human kidney?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Calcium oxalate

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Calcium oxalate”.
Calcium oxalate is responsible for the formation of stones in the human kidney.

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