Which of the following statements is true of filtration by the kidneys?
A) About 25% of the plasma passing through the glomerulus becomes part of the glomerular filtrate.
B) Solutes dissolved in the plasma, such as glucose, amino acids, and various salts, become part of the filtrate.
C) The normal glomerular filtration rate adds up to about 80 L every 24 hours.
D) Approximately 75% of the filtrate is reabsorbed into the blood through the renal tubules.
E) The filtration membrane prevents the passage of cells, but allows large molecules to pass through.

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Solutes like glucose, amino acids, and salts are small enough to pass through the filtration membrane and become part of the filtrate.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Filtration by the Kidneys