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Sites of filtration in nephron are:

Correct answer: A. Glomerulus and Bowman's Capsule

  • A. Glomerulus and Bowman's Capsule
  • B. Proximal and distal convoluted tubules
  • C. Ascending and descending limbs of the loop of Henle
  • D. Collecting duct

Explanation

Option A is correct.The correct answer is the Glomerulus and Bowman's Capsule. These structures are part of the renal corpuscle, which is the initial site of filtration in the nephron. The glomerulus acts as a sieve, filtering blood to produce a filtrate, which is collected by the Bowman's capsule. The proximal and distal convoluted tubules, as well as the loop of Henle, are involved in the reabsorption and secretion processes, not the initial filtration. Similarly, the collecting duct is involved in the final concentration of urine, not its filtration.

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