Which of the following is known as the functional unit of kidney?

Neuron

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Nephron

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Cortex

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Medulla

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Solution

The correct option is B Nephron
Explanation:

The cortex has tiny tubules called the nephrons. Nephrons are the basic units of filtration in the kidneys. Hence they are called the functional units of the kidney.

Each nephron has three parts, namely renal corpuscle, a renal tubule, and the capillary network.

Thus, the correct option is "Nephrons"

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