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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2016 Shift 2 📅 02 Apr, 2016

Which of the following is the most common kidney stone-forming compound?

A
Calcium oxalate
B
Magnesium oxide
C
Sodium bicarbonate
D
Magnesium citrate
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2016 • 02 Apr, 2016 • Shift 2
Which of the following is the most common kidney stone-forming compound?
Correct Answer
Calcium oxalate
Medical Pathology: Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys when the urine becomes highly concentrated.Chemical C......
💡 Analysis & Explanation
Medical Pathology
Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside the kidneys when the urine becomes highly concentrated.
Chemical Composition
The vast majority of these stones are calcium stones, predominantly in the form of calcium oxalate.
Dietary Source
Oxalate is a naturally occurring substance found in food and is also made daily by the liver.
Conclusion
Calcium oxalate is the most common chemical compound responsible for forming kidney stones.