Multiple Choice
In the context of the nephron, what is the basic functional unit of the kidney?
25. The Urinary System
The Nephron
Multiple Choice
Which component of the renal corpuscle forms filtration slits?
A
Glomerulus.
B
Glomerular capsule.
C
Glomerular capillaries.
D
Podocytes.
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the structure of the renal corpuscle, which is a key component of the nephron in the kidney. It consists of the glomerulus and the glomerular capsule (Bowman's capsule).
Recognize that the glomerulus is a network of capillaries that filters blood, while the glomerular capsule surrounds the glomerulus and collects the filtrate.
Identify the role of podocytes, which are specialized cells that wrap around the capillaries of the glomerulus.
Learn that podocytes have foot-like extensions called pedicels that interlock with each other, forming filtration slits.
Conclude that these filtration slits between the pedicels of podocytes are crucial for the filtration process, allowing water and small molecules to pass while retaining larger molecules like proteins.
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