The kidney functions ina. preventing blood lossb. white blood cell productionc. synthesis of vitamin Ed. excretion of nitrogenous wastes (such as urea)e. production of the hormone aldosterone
The portion of the nephron that empties into the collecting duct is thea. glomerulus.b. ascending loop of Henle.c. distal convoluted tubule.d. proximal convoluted tubule.e. descending loop of Henle.