kidney tubule
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A tiny tube in the kidney where filtered fluid is processed and useful substances are reabsorbed back into the blood.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "As fluid travels along the _____, most of the water and glucose is reabsorbed before urine is finally formed."
Answer: kidney tubule
In your own words, what does "kidney tubule" mean?
A tiny tube in the kidney where filtered fluid is processed and useful substances are reabsorbed back into the blood.
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