Which one of the following correctly explains the function of a specific part of the human nephron?

(A)Podocytes: create minute spaces (slit pores) for the filtration of blood into the Bowman's capsule
(B)Henle's loop: most reabsorption of the major substances from the glomerular filtrate
(C)Distal convoluted tubule: reabsorption of K+ ions into the surrounding blood capillaries
(D)Afferent arteriole: carries the blood away from the glomerulus towards renal vein.

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The epithelial cells of Bowman's capsule called podocytes are arranged in an intricate manner so as to leave some minute spaces called filtration slits or slit pores.

Chapter: Excretory Products and their Elimination
Section: 16.2 URINE FORMATION

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0, emb=1.0, combined=1.0). Verified: high — The span explicitly states that podocytes create minute spaces called filtration slits or slit pores, which directly matches the specific biological fact in option A.

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