The Portion of the Kidney That Functions Primarily in the Reabsorption

question 4

Multiple Choice

The portion of the kidney that functions primarily in the reabsorption of water and ions from the filtrate into the blood is the:

• A)Glomerulus
• B)Renal vein
• C)Proximal convoluted tubule
• D)Distal convoluted tubule
• E)Bowman's capsule

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