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Effective filtration pressure in glomeru...

Effective filtration pressure in glomerulus is caused due to

A

Powerful pumping action of the heart.

B

Secretion of adrenaline

C

afferent arteriole being slightly larger than efferent arteriole .

D

Vacuum develops in collecting duct and sucks the blood .

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C
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