The functional units of the kidneys are called

a. filtrates. b. nephrons.
c. tubules. d. glomeruli.


b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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It is estimated that sedentary people use about ____ kilocalories of energy per kilogram body weight daily

A) 20 B) 25 C) 30 D) 35

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