Factors That Increase the Glomerular Filtration Rate Include

question 3

Multiple Choice

Factors that increase the glomerular filtration rate include

• A) fluid volume excess.
• B) increased hydrostatic pressure in the Bowman's capsule.
• C) high oncotic pressure in glomerular capillary blood.
• D) obstruction in the renal tubules.

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Definitions:

Capillary Action

The ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of, or even in opposition to, external forces like gravity.

Adhesion

The process by which two surfaces are held together by intermolecular forces or mechanical interlocking.

Cohesion

The force that holds molecules of the same substance together, such as water molecules in a drop.

pH

A scale used to specify the acidity or alkalinity of an aqueous solution, with values ranging from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic).