Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 15 - The Urinary System - Review Questions - Page 562: 2

Answer

What is the glomerulus? d. Capillaries

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A glomerulus is a filtering unit of the kidney and it is a specialized bundle of capillaries that are uniquely situated between two resistance vessels. These capillaries are each contained within the Bowman's capsule and they are the only capillary beds in the body that are not surrounded by interstitial tissue.
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