Which of the following is a primary function of the distal convoluted tubule?
A) reabsorption of vital nutrients from the tubular fluid
B) conduction of urine to the minor calices
C) determines the final osmotic concentration and volume of the urine
D) active secretion of ions, acids, drugs, and toxins
E) filtration of plasma to initiate urine formation
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Q8: The kidneys
A) transport urine, as well as
Q9: The renal pyramid is
A) the outermost layer
Q10: The portion of the nephron that attaches
Q11: Major calyces are
A) drains that combine to
Q12: The cup-shaped chamber, or the expanded end
Q14: The visceral epithelium, which covers the glomerular
Q15: The vasa recta
A) surround the proximal and
Q16: Which of the following transports urine from
Q17: By adjusting the volume of water lost
Q18: The renal _ is the site at
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