Nephron

Question 1

How many nephrons does each kidney have and where are they situated

Answer 1

1 million approx and they are all packed into the cortex

Question 2

What is the nephrons primary function

Answer 2

It’s primary function is to filter blood, but it is not a simple process

Question 3

What 3 major parts is the nephron broken down into

Answer 3

The glomerulus, bow and capsule and the tubule

Question 4

What are the three main parts further broken down into?

Answer 4

The prominal and distal tube and the loop of henle

Question 5

Where does blood enter from and where does it move into to start filtration

Answer 5

The renal artery and moves into the glomerulus where filtration occurs - where water and dissolved particles are pulled out of the blood