Which of the Following Is NOT an Accurate Description of Differences

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an accurate description of differences between epithelial cells of the proximal and distal tubules?

• A) less prominent microvilli in the epithelial cells of the distal tubule
• B) fewer mitochondria in the epithelial cells of the distal tubule
• C) greater paracellular transport in the epithelial cells of the distal tubule
• D) receptors for hormones on the epithelial cells of the distal tubule
• E) less permeable tight junctions between the epithelial cells of the distal tubule

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