CAIE IGCSE Biology 13.1.5 Nephron Structure & Function
Practise tracing filtration and selective reabsorption through a nephron using diagrams and fluid-composition data.
- Syllabus
- 2026–2028
- Course
- Biology 0610
Exam points
- state that the glomerulus filters water, glucose, urea and ions from the blood
- explain why blood cells and proteins remain in blood while small solutes enter filtrate
- trace complete glucose reabsorption and variable water and ion reabsorption into blood
13.1.5—Structure and function of a nephron question 1
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Substances move between blood and tissues at various sites in the circulatory system of mammals.
State the site of filtration of blood in the kidneys.
glomeruli / glomerulus / nephron(s) ;
A Bowman's capsule / cortex
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