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The structural and functional unit of the kidney is the:

  • A nephron
  • B neuron
  • C alveolus
  • D villus

Correct answer: A. nephron

Explanation: Each kidney contains about a million nephrons that filter blood.

Concept context

Nitrogenous waste, kidney structure, urine formation in the nephron, and hormonal regulation of excretion.

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