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Differentiate between alveoli and nephron on the basis of the following points:
| S. No. | Feature | Alveoli | Nephron |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Structure and location | ||
| 2 | Function |
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| S. No. | Feature | Alveoli | Nephron |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Structure and location | Tiny, balloon-like air sacs present at the end of bronchioles in the lungs; surrounded by a network of capillaries. | Microscopic tubular structures present in the cortex and medulla of the kidneys; consists of Bowman’s capsule, tubules, and collecting duct. |
| 2 | Function | Site of exchange of gases — oxygen diffuses into the blood and carbon dioxide diffuses out. | Functional unit of the kidney that filters blood, removes waste products, and forms urine. |
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