Water Reabsorption

question 71

Multiple Choice

Water reabsorption

• A) cannot occur from any portion of the nephron in the absence of vasopressin
• B) occurs to the greatest extent in the proximal convoluted tubule
• C) is under vasopressin control in the proximal tubule
• D) is under vasopressin control in the distal and collecting tubules
• E) occurs to the greatest extent in the proximal convoluted tubule and is under vasopressin control in the distal and collecting tubules

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Definitions:

Lungs

The primary organs of the respiratory system, responsible for gas exchange where oxygen is absorbed and carbon dioxide is released.

Heart

A muscular organ responsible for pumping blood through the circulatory system.

Anatomical Position

A standardized stance in human anatomy where the body is erect, the feet are slightly apart, arms are at the sides, and the head and palms face forward.

Palm

The inner part of the hand extending from the wrist to the bases of the fingers.