10 Questions
What is the main function of the Loop of Henle?
To concentrate urine by counter-current mechanism
Which part of the Loop of Henle is lined by simple squamous epithelium?
Very thin descending part
What is the function of the collecting tubules?
To transport urine from nephrons to the renal pelvis
Which part of the Loop of Henle is the continuation of the proximal convoluted tubule (PCT)?
Thick descending part
How many minor calyces typically join to form a major calyx?
8-12
What type of epithelium lines the collecting ducts of Bellini?
Simple columnar epithelium
How many nephrons typically drain their urine into one collecting tubule?
6-8
Which part of the Loop of Henle marks the beginning of the distal convoluted tubule (DCT)?
Thick ascending part
What is the name of the largest duct in the renal collecting system?
Duct of Bellini
Which type of nephrons have long Henle's loops?
Juxtamedullary nephrons
Explore the differences in length, diameter, lining cells, nucleus, cytoplasm, brush border, and other characteristics between large and small tubules in the context of anatomy or biology.
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