Asked by Chané Viljoen on May 22, 2024
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Which of the following structures is a capillary?
A) Glomerulus
B) Loop of Henle
C) Collecting duct
D) Bowman capsule
E) Proximal convoluted tubule
Glomerulus
A network of capillaries located in the kidney, playing a key role in the filtration of blood to form urine.
Capillary
The smallest blood vessels in the body, involved in the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste materials between the blood and tissues.
- Trace the pathway of blood through the renal blood vessels to the nephron.
Verified Answer
BW
brianna wrightMay 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The glomerulus is a network of capillaries located at the beginning of a nephron in the kidney, involved in the filtration of blood to form urine.
Learning Objectives
- Trace the pathway of blood through the renal blood vessels to the nephron.