The functional units of the kidneys are called
a. filtrates. b. nephrons.
c. tubules. d. glomeruli.
b
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a. Hyperglycemia b. Decreased absorption of fat. c. Decreased iron absorption d. Decreased absorption of B6
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A) 20 B) 25 C) 30 D) 35