Question

Describe the function of a nephron.

Answer 1

1. The renal artery, which divides into many capillaries connected to the glomerulus, is how blood reaches the kidney.
2. At Bowman’s capsule, the water and solute are moved to the nephron.
3. Unwanted molecules are added to the urine and certain chemicals, including salts, glucose, and amino acids, are selectively reabsorbed in the proximal tubule.
4. After that, the filtrate descends into the Henle loop, where further water is absorbed.
5. The filtrate then ascends into the distal tubule before reaching the collecting duct. Urine from several nephrons is collected by the collecting duct.
6. Each kidney produces urine, which travels through a lengthy tube known as the ureter. It travels from the ureter to the bladder before entering the urethra.