The Transfer of Fluid from the Glomerulus to Bowman's Capsule

question 24

Multiple Choice

The transfer of fluid from the glomerulus to Bowman's capsule

• A) results from active transport.
• B) transfers large molecules as easily as small ones.
• C) is very selective as to which subprotein-sized molecules are transferred.
• D) is mainly a consequence of blood pressure in the capillaries of the glomerulus.
• E) usually includes the transfer of red blood cells into Bowman's capsule.

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