Predict what would happen if the proximal convoluted tubule of the nephron lost its ability to reabsorb materials.

A. Glucose, K+ ions, Na+ ions, and HCO3- ions would be lost unnecessarily.
B. The volume of the urine would increase dramatically.
C. Glucose would lost unnecessarily.
D. Nitrogenous wastes would accumulate dramatically in the blood.  
E. K+ ions, Na+ ions, and HCO3- ions would be lost unnecessarily.


Answer: A

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