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A nephron consists of which of the following structures?
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25. The Urinary System
The Nephron
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What are the two major components of a nephron?
A
Loop of Henle and distal convoluted tubule
B
Bowman's capsule and collecting duct
C
Glomerulus and renal tubule
D
Proximal convoluted tubule and ureter
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Understand that a nephron is the functional unit of the kidney, responsible for filtering blood and forming urine.
Recognize that the nephron is composed of two major components: the glomerulus and the renal tubule.
The glomerulus is a network of capillaries where blood filtration begins. It is responsible for filtering out waste products and excess substances from the blood.
The renal tubule is a long, coiled tube that processes the filtrate from the glomerulus. It reabsorbs needed substances and secretes waste into the forming urine.
Together, the glomerulus and renal tubule work to maintain the body's fluid and electrolyte balance, as well as remove waste products from the bloodstream.
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