Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
Chapter 15, Problem 8TY
Summary Introduction
Introduction:
The nephrons are the functional unit of the kidney. A nephron is divided into various sections, which are distributed over the cortex and medulla. The glomerular capsule is a cup-shaped structure, which receives the blood vessels known as a glomerulus.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solutionStudents have asked these similar questions
Which of the following is NOT a component of the glomerular filtration barrier?
a. Endothelial cells
b. Lamina Densa
c. Lamina Reticularis
d. Lamina Rara
e. Podocytes
Glomerular filtration can be increased by which of the following?
A. Increasing blood flow via afferent arteriole
B. Decreasing blood flow via afferent arteriole
C. Decreasing arterial blood pressure
D. Increasing blood flow via efferent arteriole
The answer is (A) Increasing blood flow via afferent arteriole. Please explain why it is not the other options (B,C,D)
The kidney has more _____ than any of the other structures listed:-. a. arcuate arteries d. afferent arterioles b. minor calyces e. collecting ducts c. medullary pyramids
Chapter 15 Solutions
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
Ch. 15 - How do you think we should allocate cadaveric...Ch. 15 - Prob. 2QCCh. 15 - Should the government set up a national registry...Ch. 15 -
1. Describe in general terms the kidneys' role in...Ch. 15 - Prob. 2CRCh. 15 - Prob. 3CRCh. 15 - Prob. 4CRCh. 15 - Prob. 5CRCh. 15 - Prob. 6CRCh. 15 - Indicate the primary stimulus for the secretion of...
Ch. 15 - Describe the function of the hormone aldosterone.Ch. 15 - Prob. 9CRCh. 15 - Prob. 10CRCh. 15 - Prob. 1TYCh. 15 - Three of the choices below are organ systems...Ch. 15 -
3. The________ detoxifies ammonia, producing...Ch. 15 - Prob. 4TYCh. 15 - Prob. 5TYCh. 15 - Prob. 6TYCh. 15 - Protein is generally not found in the urine...Ch. 15 - Prob. 8TYCh. 15 -
9. Which of the following would not be found in...Ch. 15 - Which of the following is most responsible for the...Ch. 15 - In tubular absorption, which of the following...Ch. 15 - Prob. 12TYCh. 15 - Prob. 13TYCh. 15 - Prob. 14TYCh. 15 - All of the following statements about UTIs are...Ch. 15 - Prob. 1AWKCh. 15 - Prob. 2AWKCh. 15 - Prob. 3AWKCh. 15 - The kidneys filter a large volume of fluid,...Ch. 15 - Why aren't children already potty trained–able to...Ch. 15 - A possible complication of a strep throat...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Which of the following does not contribute to the process of filtration? (a) active transport by epithelial cells lining renal tubules (b) large surface area for filtration (c) low permeability of glomerular capillaries (d) high hydrostatic blood pressure in glomerular capillaries (e) podocytesarrow_forwardThe afferent arteriole delivers blood to the (a) renal artery (b) efferent arteriole (c) renal vein (d) capillaries of the glomerulus (e) peritubular capillariesarrow_forwardBlood pressure forces water and small solutes out of blood and into nephrons during ________. a. glomerular filtration c. tubular secretion b. tubular reabsorption d. both a and carrow_forward
- As a person ages, nephron tubules lose some of their ability to concentrate urine. What is the effect of this change?arrow_forwardWhich of the following will decrease filtration at the glomerulus? ( check all that apply) A. Low colloid osmotic pressure B. Low capsular pressure C. A relatively large diameter of theefferent arterioles compared to theafferent arteriole. D. Increased number of podocytes at theglomerulusarrow_forwardIn the kidneys where does most of the tubular reabsorption occur a. Proximal convoluted tubule b. Collecting duct c. Glomerulus d. Distal convoluted tubulearrow_forward
- Which of the following would reduce the glomerular filtration rate? Select one: a. Vasodilation of the afferent arteriole b. An increase in osmotic pressure in the Bowman capsule c. A drop in colloid osmotic pressure d. Vasoconstriction of the afferent arteriole e. Vasoconstriction of the efferent arteriolearrow_forwardDrugs that target the ureter to help pass a kidney stone promote... a. vasodilation b. vasoconstrictionarrow_forwardIf blood pressure in the glomerulus increases, then a. net filtration pressure decreases. b. the percentage of substances reabsorbed increases. c. urine production increases. d. renin is released.arrow_forward
- The glomerulus is what type of blood vessel a. Continuous arteriole b. Fenestrated arteriole c. Sinusoidal capillary d. Fenestrated capillaryarrow_forwardJuxtaglomerular cells are involved in the secretion ofa. ADH. c. aldosterone.b. angiotensin. d. reninarrow_forwardWhich of the following willdecrease filtration at theglomerulus? A. Increased number ofpodocytes at the glomerulus B. A relatively largediameter of the efferentarteriolescompared to the afferentarteriole. C. Low colloid osmoticpressure D. Low capsular pressurearrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
- Biology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781337392938Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. BergPublisher:Cengage Learning
- Human Biology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781305112100Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillanPublisher:Cengage LearningHuman Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap ...BiologyISBN:9781285866932Author:Lauralee SherwoodPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305112100
Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap ...
Biology
ISBN:9781285866932
Author:Lauralee Sherwood
Publisher:Cengage Learning
TISSUE REPAIR Part 1: Repair - Regeneration; Author: ilovepathology;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-5EjlS6qjk;License: Standard YouTube License, CC-BY