Question
Biology Question on excretory system
The number of nephrons in a kidney is equal to
A
The numebr of Bowman?? capsules
B
sum of Bowman?? capsules and glomeruli
C
double the number of Bowman?? capsules
D
sum of Bowman?? capsules and Malpighian corpuscles
Answer
The numebr of Bowman?? capsules
Explanation
Solution
Each nephron has a blind cup shaped structure called Bowman's, capsule. Bowman's capsule encloses glomerulus and is a site of ultrafiltration. Therefore, the number of nephrons in kidney is equal to the number of Bowman's capsule. Malpighian body (renal corpuscle) is a collective term used for Bowman's capsule and its glomerulus.