Describe the synthesis of glomerular filtrate from the blood

Ultrafiltration in the glomerulus caused by high hydrostatic pressure due to the diameter of the afferent tubule being larger than that of the efferent tubule forcing smaller blood plasma, ions and other bio molecules through capillary endothelium pores through the basement membrane and podocyte cells creating glomerular filtrate

RN
Answered by Ram N. Biology tutor

2903 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

How do I work out a genetic cross?


What is an enzyme? Can you provide an example of an enzyme found in plants and describe its function? (4 marks)


What is genetic dominance?


How do nerve impulses travel within a nerve cell?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning