Question

which of the following substances are selectively reabsorbed from the initial filtrate by the tubular portion of the nephron in human kidney?

• A. Salt, glucose, fats and Water
• B. Glucose, Water , amino acids and proteins
• C. Glucose, Water , salts and amino acids
• D. Water, glucose, salts and proteins

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Glucose, Water , salts and amino acids

The nephron reabsorbs essential nutrients like glucose, water, salts, and amino acids from the filtrate, while waste products are excreted. Major amount of water is selectively reabsorbed by the tubular part of nephron in humans.