The filtrate that escapes from the glomerular capillaries includes which of the following:
a) all of the same components as are present in whole blood
b) all of the same components as are present in plasma
c) a fluid similar to plasma, but without the blood proteins
d) a and b
e) none of the above

What was dr. willem johan kolff’s first step in using the scientific process to invent the hemodialysis machine? he built the machine and tried it with various patients, collecting data about its effectiveness. when a patient’s kidneys failed, he wondered if it would be possible to perform kidney functions with an external machine. he researched and collected data about numerous patients who exhibited symptoms of kidney failure. he drew conclusions from studies of various symptoms of kidney failure, and drew a design for the ideal external blood-processing machine.

In 2015, about ten percent of total u.s. energy consumption was from renewable energy sources. renewable energy plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. when renewable energy sources are used, the demand for fossil fuels is reduced. sanjay and his family want to cut back on their use of non-renewable resources at home. they are thinking of an alternate way to heat their home without adding more greenhouse gases or pollutants to the environment. which renewable resource would not fit into their plan? a) solar power b) burning wood c) constructing a wind turbine eliminate d) generating hydroelectric power

Identify the structure in organisms that do not have kidneys that is adapted to regulate water balance