nephron
Meanings
noun
- The basic structural and functional unit of the kidney, which filters the blood in order to regulate chemical concentrations, and thereby produces urine.
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek νεφρός (nephrós, “kidney”) + -on.
Derived words
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