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Search Results for: nephron

Definition noun, plural: nephrons The structural and functional unit of the kidney, i.e. a structure comprised of a set of... Read More

The word convoluted is often used to describe different things, especially structures or components, that have overlapped.... Read More

Renal Functions Kidneys remove/add substances from/to the plasma.Regulate water concentration, inorganic ion... Read More

Definition noun, plural: kidneys (anatomy) Either of a pair of two bean-shaped organs located at the back of the abdominal... Read More

Definition noun, plural: tubules A small tube-like or fistular structure; a hollow cylindrical anatomical structure in the... Read More

Active transport is a type of cellular transport in which substances (e.g. ions, glucose, and amino acids) are transported... Read More

The building block of living things is known as the cell. The cell contributes to many parts and functions of different... Read More

Capsular space The slitlike space between the visceral and parietal layers of the capsule of the renal corpuscle; it opens... Read More

Homeostasis is the tendency not to stray from the range of favorable or ideal internal conditions. Such conditions must be... Read More

Definition noun The process of voiding urine from the body to the outside Supplement Urination is the process whereby urine... Read More

Definition noun, plural: aldosterones A mineralocorticoid with a chemical formula of C21H28O5, and controls salt and water... Read More

Mitochondrion Definition What are mitochondria? The term “mitochondrion” comes from the two words of the Greek... Read More

Definition noun The organ system concerned with the production and excretion of urine Supplement An organ system, (sometimes... Read More

Regeneration in humans is much more limited compared in other animals. Say for instance when one lost a limb, much as well... Read More