In which of the following areas of the nephron are most nutrients reabsorbed?

collecting duct
distal convoluted tubule
proximal convoluted tubule
nephron loop


proximal convoluted tubule

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A. the ilium B. the ischium C. the pubis D. all of the above

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A bronchodilator closes the airways

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Multiaxial joints of the body include ________.

A) the knee and elbow B) the ankle and wrist C) the hip and shoulder D) intercarpal and intertarsal joints

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What is one difference between the endocrine and the nervous system?

a) the nervous system is slower to respond b) the nervous system has longer lasting effects c) the nervous system is more targeted in its response d) the nervous system has more widespread effects

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