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If the afferent arteriole diameter is less than efferent arteriole than what happen ?

A

No effect

B

Ultrafiltration reaction is slow.

C

Ultrafiltration is not possible.

D

Ultrafiltration will stop & tubular secretion is start.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Afferent and Efferent Arterioles**: - The afferent arteriole carries blood into the glomerulus, while the efferent arteriole carries blood away from the glomerulus. - The diameter of these arterioles plays a crucial role in regulating blood flow and pressure within the glomerulus. 2. **Role of Hydrostatic Pressure in Ultrafiltration**: - Ultrafiltration is the process where blood is filtered in the kidneys, specifically in the glomerulus. - This process relies on hydrostatic pressure, which is generated when the afferent arteriole is wider than the efferent arteriole. 3. **Effect of Afferent Arteriole Being Smaller than Efferent Arteriole**: - If the diameter of the afferent arteriole is less than that of the efferent arteriole, it will lead to a decrease in hydrostatic pressure within the glomerulus. - A lower hydrostatic pressure means that the force required to push the fluid and small molecules through the filtration barrier (the glomerular capsule) is insufficient. 4. **Conclusion**: - As a result, ultrafiltration will not occur effectively, and the process of filtering blood to form urine will be compromised. - Therefore, if the afferent arteriole diameter is less than the efferent arteriole, ultrafiltration is not possible. ### Final Answer: The correct answer is that ultrafiltration is not possible (Option 3). ---
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