Biology PYQ 107 of 227 · Excretory System

The average blood flow through kidneys per minute is

  1. A1000 cc
  2. B1200 cc
  3. C200 cc
  4. D500 cc

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Correct answer: (b) 1200 cc

Explanation

The kidneys receive an average blood flow of about 1200 cc (1200 mL) per minute, roughly a quarter of the body's total cardiac output.

This high flow lets the kidney filter blood, maintain water balance and remove metabolic wastes as urine.

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