Select the correct statement about the nephrons.
A) Podocytes are the branching epithelial cells that line the tubules of the nephron.
B) The parietal layer of the glomerular capsule is simple squamous epithelium.
C) The glomerulus is correctly described as the proximal end of the proximal convoluted tubule.
D) Filtration slits are the pores that give fenestrated capillaries their name.

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The parietal layer of the glomerular capsule is composed of simple squamous epithelium.

Answer: D
 Filtration slits are the pores located between the foot processes of podocytes in the glomerular capsule. Fenestrated capillaries allow for easy filtration of fluids but do not contain filtration slits.

Select the Correct Statement About the Nephrons