IGCSE Chemistry

Monday, January 14, 2019

2.74B describe the structure of a nephron, including the Bowman’s capsule and glomerulus, convoluted tubules, loop of Henle and collecting duct

Structure
Explanation
Bowman’s Capsule
Collects Glomerular filtrate and allows it to enter tubules
Glomerulus
Filters blood and produces Glomerular filtrate
Convoluted Tubules
where glomerular filtrate will flow through and needed substances are reabsorbed back into blood
Loop of Henle
Maintains water concentrations in blood by filtering out salts
Collecting Duct
re-absorbs water back to blood depending on ADH levels and collects urine

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