Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect about nephrons?

  1. Tubular re-absorption does not occur in the nephron.

  2. The loop of Henle in nephron has a descending limb and an ascending limb.

  3. Nephrons are long tubular structures with a cup-shaped Bowman’s capsule.

  4. The amount of urine formed varies at different times.

  5. It has blood capillaries called glomeruli.
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Explanation

Tubular re-absorption of useful materials does occur in the long, tubular part of nephron.

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