WAEC Biology 2016 Objective — Question 10
Question 10 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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10. Which of the following substances is not usually present in the urine of a healthy person? A. Urea B. Mineral salts C. Glucose D. Water
- A. Urea
- B. Mineral salts
- C. GlucoseCorrect
- D. Water
Explanation
The urine of a healthy person must not contain glucose because as the glomerular filtrate passes into the first convoluted tubule, all amino acids and glucose are reabsorbed into the body by blood capillaries surrounding the tubule.
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