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Question
Study the diagram given alongside and then answer the question that follow:
Name the parts labelled 1, 2, 3, and 4.
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Solution
1 - Afferent arteriole
2 - Glomerulus
3 - Bowman's capsule
4 - Efferent arteriole
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