Nephron Function Quiz

Which of the following is not a part of the nephron?

• Glomerulus

• Loop of Henle

• Collecting duct

• Ureter

What is the function of the glomerulus in the nephron?

• Reabsorbs sodium and chloride

• Secretes ions for pH balance

• Filters small solutes from the blood

• Stores urine

Which nephron segment reabsorbs ions, water, and nutrients while also removing toxins and adjusting pH?

• Distal tubule

• Collecting duct

• Proximal convoluted tubule

• Ascending loop of Henle

Which part of the nephron reabsorbs Na⁺ and Cl⁻ into the interstitial fluid?

• Proximal tubule

• Ascending loop of Henle

• Collecting duct

• Glomerulus

What is the primary function of the collecting duct?

• Filters small solutes

• Secretes toxins

• Absorbs sodium

• Reabsorbs solutes and water from filtrate

In which part of the nephron is glucose primarily reabsorbed?

• Distal tubule

• Loop of Henle

• Proximal convoluted tubule

• Collecting duct