Question

which of the following parts of a nephron is not correctly matched with its epithelium type? a glomerular capsule - podocytes b proximal convoluted tubule - cuboidal with microvilli c loop of henle - simple squamous d distal convoluted tubule - simple columnar with microvilli

Explanation:

• Option A: The glomerular capsule (Bowman's capsule) has podocytes (specialized epithelial cells) in its visceral layer, so this match is correct.
• Option B: The proximal convoluted tubule is lined with simple cuboidal epithelium with microvilli (to increase surface area for reabsorption), so this match is correct.
• Option C: The thin segment of the loop of Henle is lined with simple squamous epithelium, so this match is correct.
• Option D: The distal convoluted tubule is lined with simple cuboidal epithelium (not simple columnar) and has few to no microvilli. So this match is incorrect.

Answer:

D. Distal convoluted tubule - simple columnar with microvilli