Filtration is defined as:

A. dissolving
B. separation of substances
C. water loss
D. reabsorption


b
Rationale: Filtration is the separation of substances. If the kidneys were not able to concentrate filtrate produced by glo-merular filtration, losses of fluid would lead to fatal dehydration in a matter of hours.

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