The Juxtaglomerular Apparatus Regulates the Filtration Rate by ________

question 82

Multiple Choice

The juxtaglomerular apparatus regulates the filtration rate by ________.

• A)vasodilation of the peritubular capillaries
• B)vasoconstriction of the peritubular capillaries
• C)renin-angiotensin II vasoconstricting both the afferent and efferent arterioles
• D)increasing osmotic pressure in the glomerular capsule

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Definitions:

Adductor Magnus

A large muscle in the thigh that helps in the movement of drawing the legs together (adduction).

Vastus Lateralis

A muscle in the thigh that is part of the quadriceps group, involved in extending the knee and stabilizing the leg.

Lateral Condyle

A rounded projection at the end of a bone, most commonly referred to on the femur or humerus, providing attachment to muscles and ligaments.

Semimembranosus

A large muscle of the posterior thigh part of the hamstrings, involved in knee flexion and hip extension.