Which structure the kidneys' nephrons is mainly responsible for the filtration of blood?. 1. collecting duct. 2. loop of Henle. 3. glomerulus. 4. Bowman's capsule

The correct option is GLOMERULUS. On a daily basis, the glomerulus filters about 150 quarts of blood to produce about two quarts of urine which is made up of wastes, electrolytes and extra fluid. The waste are metabolic waste products such as urea and creatinine. Examples of electrolytes filtered are: bicarbonate, chloride, sodium, calcium, etc.

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