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D3.3.8 (HL)—Glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, PCT

The glomerulus filters blood into Bowmans capsule, and the proximal convoluted tubule selectively reabsorbs useful solutes and water in human physiology.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Objective
D3.3.8
Level
HL

Exam analysis

Chance of appearing8%of analysed past papers
Latest appearanceMay 2023
Most common paperPaper1
Typical marks1

Common command terms

  • Identify

Recent exam appearances

May 2023Paper1 ["HL"] · TZ238[ 1 ]D3.3.8 (HL)—Glomerulus, Bowman's capsule and proximal convoluted tubule
November 2022Paper2 ["HL"] · TZ05(a)(ii)[ 1 ]D3.3.8 (HL)—Glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, PCT
November 2022Paper2 ["HL"] · TZ05(a)(i)[ 1 ]D3.3.8 (HL)—Glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, PCT
May 2022Paper1 ["HL"] · TZ239[ 1 ]D3.3.8 (HL)—Glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, PCT
May 2022Paper1 ["HL"] · TZ139[ 1 ]D3.3.8 (HL)—Glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, PCT
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Coverage 2013–2023 · Updated 16 Jul 2026

Concept essentials

  • Ultrafiltration occurs from the glomerulus into Bowmans capsule.
  • Blood cells and large proteins normally remain in the blood.
  • The proximal convoluted tubule reabsorbs glucose, amino acids, ions and water.
ConceptIB Biology HL