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Where does the selective reabsorption process start in the nephron?
Where does the selective reabsorption process start in the nephron?
What percentage of glucose and amino acids are reabsorbed by active transport in the nephron?
What percentage of glucose and amino acids are reabsorbed by active transport in the nephron?
Where are mineral ions reabsorbed by active transport in the nephron?
Where are mineral ions reabsorbed by active transport in the nephron?
Which of the following substances is NOT reabsorbed in the nephron by 100%?
Which of the following substances is NOT reabsorbed in the nephron by 100%?
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Where does most of the salts (Na+ ions) reabsorption occur in the nephron?
Where does most of the salts (Na+ ions) reabsorption occur in the nephron?
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Study Notes
Selective Reabsorption in the Nephron
- Selective reabsorption begins in the proximal convoluted tubule, where essential nutrients are reclaimed from the filtrate.
- Approximately 100% of glucose and amino acids are reabsorbed through active transport in this segment.
Mineral Ion Reabsorption
- Mineral ions, primarily sodium (Na+), are actively reabsorbed in multiple parts of the nephron, including the loop of Henle, distal convoluted tubule, and collecting duct.
- Active transport mechanisms drive the reabsorption of various ions, ensuring electrolyte balance.
Substances Not Fully Reabsorbed
- Urea is an example of a substance that is not reabsorbed by 100% in the nephron, allowing for its excretion as waste.
Salts Reabsorption
- Most sodium ions (Na+) reabsorption occurs in the proximal convoluted tubule, where a significant amount of salts are returned to the bloodstream, aiding in fluid and electrolyte balance.
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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.
