WorksheetsNephron Function Quiz
Total questions: 6
Worksheet time: 3mins
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
