Of the capillary beds associated with each nephron, the one that is both fed and drained by arterioles is the ________.
A) peritubular capillaries
B) pyramidal capillaries
C) glomerulus
D) Henle capillaries
E) Bowman's capillaries

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The glomerulus is the capillary bed in the nephron that is both fed and drained by arterioles. The afferent arteriole brings blood into the glomerulus and the efferent arteriole carries blood away. This unique arrangement allows for the efficient filtration of blood in the glomerulus.

Of the Capillary Beds Associated with Each Nephron, the One