24.6

Question 1

How much urine, in liters, is typically produced in a 24 hour period?

0. 5
1. 9
2. 8
3. 3

Answer 1

How much urine, in liters, is typically produced in a 24 hour period?

0. 5
1. 9

1.8

4.3

Question 2

What does the countercurrent mechanism accomplish in the nephron loop?

creation of a steep concentration gradient for continued water reabsorption

production of very dilute urine

secretion of water and electrolytes into the filtrate

constriction of the arterioles to increase blood pressure

Answer 2

What does the countercurrent mechanism accomplish in the nephron loop?

creation of a steep concentration gradient for continued water reabsorption

production of very dilute urine

secretion of water and electrolytes into the filtrate

constriction of the arterioles to increase blood pressure