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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.