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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The tubular structures of the kidney are called
Options
A Bowman’s capsule
B Nephrons
C Malpighian tubules
Correct Answer
D Nephrons
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

While 'nephrons' is the standard and correct term for the functional units of the kidney, which are composed of tubular structures, the provided answer key indicates 'Malpighian tubules' as correct. It is important to note that Malpighian tubules are actually the excretory structures found in insects and other arthropods, not in the kidneys of mammals like humans. This appears to be an error in the source material.

Hint

This question's provided answer is based on the source key, but consider the standard anatomical term for the functional unit of a vertebrate kidney.

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