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Different parts of a nephron participate in different ways in the formation of urine.
Solution
Different parts of a nephron participate in different ways in the formation of urine
i. Ultrafiltration occurs in Bowman's capsule.
ii. In proximal convoluted tubule, glucose and amino acids are absorbed. 25% of Na+ is absorbed in distal convoluted tubule.
iii. Absorption of water occurs in Loop of Henle.
iv. Collecting tube also secretes uric acid.
i. Ultrafiltration occurs in Bowman's capsule.
ii. In proximal convoluted tubule, glucose and amino acids are absorbed. 25% of Na+ is absorbed in distal convoluted tubule.
iii. Absorption of water occurs in Loop of Henle.
iv. Collecting tube also secretes uric acid.