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What is the primary role of the Glomerulus in urine formation?
What is the primary role of the Glomerulus in urine formation?
- It secretes urine directly into the renal pelvis.
- It filters blood cells while allowing plasma to enter the tubule.
- It reabsorbs essential nutrients back into the blood.
- It allows metabolic waste to pass into the Bowman's capsule. (correct)
What is the fluid that passes through the glomerulus called?
What is the fluid that passes through the glomerulus called?
- Glomerular filtrate (correct)
- Uric acid
- Renal tubule fluid
- Blood plasma
Which of the following substances can be filtered through the glomerulus?
Which of the following substances can be filtered through the glomerulus?
- Urea (correct)
- Fat molecules
- Insulin
- Blood cells
What happens to blood cells during the glomerular filtration process?
What happens to blood cells during the glomerular filtration process?
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Which of the following is NOT a waste product filtered by the glomerulus?
Which of the following is NOT a waste product filtered by the glomerulus?
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Glomerular Filtration
- Urine formation begins in the renal capsule, with the glomerulus playing a crucial role.
- Metabolic waste products are filtered through the Bowman's capsule.
- Fluid moves from the afferent arteriole into the glomerulus, where it is filtered; blood cells are retained while plasma passes through.
- The filtered fluid is referred to as glomerular filtrate.
- Uric acid and urea are waste products that also pass through the glomerulus into the Bowman's capsule.
- Occasionally, beneficial substances such as glucose can also be filtered into the Bowman's capsule.
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