The Portion of the Nephron That Attaches to the Collecting

question 7

Multiple Choice

The portion of the nephron that attaches to the collecting system is the

• A) proximal convoluted tubule.
• B) loop of Henle.
• C) distal convoluted tubule.
• D) collecting duct.
• E) minor calyx.

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Definitions:

Guanine

One of the four main nucleobases found in the nucleic acids DNA and RNA, characterized by its cytosine pairing.

Cytosine

A pyrimidine nucleobase found in DNA and RNA, where it pairs with guanine.

Deoxycytidine Monophosphate

A nucleotide that is involved in DNA synthesis, where it serves as a precursor in the formation of the DNA polymer.

Pyrimidine Bases

Nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds found in DNA and RNA, including thymine, cytosine, and uracil.