Respiration, Digestion, and Excretion Question
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Which statement is not true regarding the functioning of the human kidney?
- The initial filtrate has a composition identical to blood plasma but without the large proteins.
- Filtration by the glomerulus is performed under high pressure.
- The nephron actively secretes water into the medulla to concentrate urine.
- Reabsorption of most nutrients and some salts occurs in the proximal tubule.
- The functioning of the kidney is affected by antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and parathyroid hormone (PTH).