The glomerular epithelium consists of large cells with complex processes or "feet" that wrap around the glomerular capillaries. These cells are called ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


podocytes

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A) G1 phase B) G0 phase C) S phase D) G2 phase

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A) epiphyseal plate B) osteoblasts C) periosteum D) medullary cavity E) articular cartilage

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A. buffers. B. inhibitors. C. accelerators. D. activators. E. stabilizers.

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