5 Questions
Where does the selective reabsorption process start in the nephron?
Proximal Convoluted Tubule
What percentage of glucose and amino acids are reabsorbed by active transport in the nephron?
100%
Where are mineral ions reabsorbed by active transport in the nephron?
Proximal Convoluted Tubule
Which of the following substances is NOT reabsorbed in the nephron by 100%?
Uric Acid
Where does most of the salts (Na+ ions) reabsorption occur in the nephron?
Ascending limb of the Loop of Henle
Test your knowledge on the process of selective reabsorption in the nephron, specifically focusing on the proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct. Explore how different substances are reabsorbed back into the bloodstream at various stages of the nephron.
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