Write the functions of kidney in detail.

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1. Maintains the fluid and electrolytes balance in our body.
2. Regulates acid-base balance of blood.
3. Maintains the osmotic pressure in blood and tissues.
4. Helps to retain the important plasma constituents like glucose and amino acids.
5. It removes the metabolic waste and excess water from the body.

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