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What is the main function of the nephrons in the kidney?
What is the main function of the nephrons in the kidney?
- Secretion of digestive enzymes
- Excretion of metabolic wastes (correct)
- Regulation of blood glucose levels
- Production of red blood cells
Where is the filtrate produced during the kidney's filtration process?
Where is the filtrate produced during the kidney's filtration process?
- Loop of Henle
- Renal pelvis
- Bowman's capsule (correct)
- Collecting duct
What is the estimated number of nephrons in each kidney?
What is the estimated number of nephrons in each kidney?
- Roughly 750,000 nephrons
- Around 100,000 nephrons
- About 1.5 million nephrons (correct)
- Approximately 500,000 nephrons
Through which structure do the kidneys receive blood for filtration?
Through which structure do the kidneys receive blood for filtration?
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What is the primary function of the kidneys in regulating extracellular fluid?
What is the primary function of the kidneys in regulating extracellular fluid?
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