Which of the following correctly describes the process of glomerular filtration?
A. Blood cells and plasma proteins are pushed out of the glomerulus into the glomerular capsule.
B. Water, nitrogenous wastes, nutrients, and ions are pushed out of the glomerulus into the glomerular capsule.
C. Water and formed elements are pushed out of the glomerulus into the glomerular capsule.
D. Water and dissolved substances move out of the glomerulus by osmosis into the glomerular capsule.
Answer: B
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