The Main Function of the Proximal Tubule of the Glomerulus

question 5

Multiple Choice

The main function of the proximal tubule of the glomerulus is:

• A) reabsorption of nutrients.
• B) secretion of hydrogen ions to maintain acid-base balance.
• C) exchange of water and sodium.
• D) reabsorption of water.

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Definitions:

Conditioned Response

A learned reaction to a previously neutral stimulus that has become associated with an unconditioned stimulus through conditioning.

Conditional Reinforcement

Conditional reinforcement is the process by which a stimulus reinforces a behavior only when it is paired with a primary reinforcer or another strong reinforcer.

Contingent Reflex

A reflex action that depends on specific conditions or stimuli to occur, rather than happening automatically.

Conditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that initially does not elicit a specific response but comes to do so after being associated with an unconditioned stimulus.