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what are the two main parts of a nephron?
the bowmans capsule and the collecting duct.
the proximal convoluted tubule and the distal convoluted tubule.
the glomerulus and the tubule.
the cortex and the medulla.
the afferent arteriole and the efferent arteriole.

Explanation:

A nephron is the functional unit of the kidney. The glomerulus is a network of capillaries where filtration occurs. The tubule (which includes the proximal convoluted tubule, loop of Henle, and distal convoluted tubule) is responsible for reabsorption and secretion. Bowman's capsule is part of the glomerular structure but not a main part alone. The collecting duct is not part of the nephron. The proximal and distal convoluted tubules are parts of the tubule but not the two main over - arching parts. The cortex and medulla are regions of the kidney, not parts of the nephron. The afferent and efferent arterioles are blood vessels related to the glomerulus but not the main parts of the nephron.

Answer:

The glomerulus and the tubule.