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What happens to the mesonephric kidney in females?
It degenerates entirely.
When does the metanephric kidney develop?
During the fifth week of gestation period.
What is the function of a metanephric kidney?
It maintains electrolyte and pH balance in body fluids.
Which animals have a permanent metanephric kidney?
Birds, Reptiles, and Mammals
Learn about the three overlapping stages of kidney development in mammals: pronephros, mesonephros, and metanephros. Understand the functions of each stage and their significance in osmoregulation during embryonic development.
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