Campbell Biology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0135188741
ISBN 13: 978-0-13518-874-3

Chapter 44 - 44.4 - Concept Check - Page 992: 3

Answer

The rate would be decreased.

Work Step by Step

A drop in blood pressure would reduce the rate at which blood moves through the glomerulus. If less blood moves through, less blood can be filtered. This makes filtration less effective and decreases the overall rate at which blood is filtered.
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