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Animal Coordination, Control and Homeostasis
The Urinary System
Nephron Structure and Function
Nephron Structure and Function
Edexcel GCSE Biology (1BI0) — Animal Coordination, Control and Homeostasis
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Explain how the structure of the nephron is related to its function in filtering blood and forming urine.
Include filtration in the glomerulus and Bowman’s capsule.
Include selective reabsorption of glucose.
Include reabsorption of water.
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Nephron Structure and Ultrafiltration
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Selective Reabsorption in the Nephron
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