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Which nephron structure is often longer in animals adapted to desert environments? a. Glomerulus b. Bowman's capsule c. Distal and Proximal tubules d. Loop of Henle

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Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

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Chapter41: Osmotic Regulation And Excretion

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2VCQ: Figure 41.6 Which of the following statements about the nephron is false? The collecting duct...

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Which nephron structure is often longer in animals adapted to desert environments?

a. Glomerulus

b. Bowman's capsule

c. Distal and Proximal tubules

d. Loop of Henle

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