Kidney Functions and Urine Formation Quiz

Kidney Functions and Urine Formation Quiz

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Which of the following is a function of the kidneys?

Regulation of blood pressure

What is the main unit of structure and function in the kidney?

Nephron

Which process in the kidneys determines urine formation?

Filtration

What factors determine the glomerular filtration rate?

<p>Effective filtration pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main mechanism of reabsorption in the nephron?

<p>Active transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the kidneys?

<p>Dialysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main process involved in determining the intensity of glomerular filtration?

<p>Ultrafiltration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factors determine the filtration rate in the kidneys?

<p>Renal blood flow and renal plasma flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of ultrafiltrate in the kidneys?

<p>Water and electrolytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main principle of dialysis?

<p>Removal of waste products from the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

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