Question

describe the structure and function of nephrons

Answer 1

The nephros, meaning "kidney") is the microscopic structural and functional unit of the kidney. It is composed of a renal corpuscle and a renal tubule. ... The capsule and tubule are connected and are composed of epithelial cells with a lumen.

Answer 2

Nephron is the filtration unit of kidney. It consists of a tubule which is connected with collecting duct at one end and a cup – shaped structure at the other end. ... This filtrate contains glucose, amino acids, urea, uric acid, salts and a major amount of water.