In which structure does filtration of plasma to form filtrate occur?

Filtration of plasma to form filtrate occurs in the glomeruli, which are tiny tufts of capillaries located within the nephron of your kidneys. Here, blood pressure forces water, salts, glucose, and waste products through the capillary walls into the Bowman’s capsule, creating what we call filtrate. It’s like a coffee maker—just like the water passes through the coffee grounds to create a delicious brew, your blood passes through the glomeruli to create the liquid that will eventually become urine! To avoid any mishaps in understanding, one common mistake is thinking that filtration in the kidneys occurs in just any part of the nephron. However, it is specifically the glomerulus that's responsible for this crucial first step in urine formation. Remember, it’s all about that specialized filtering structure!