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What is the function of the renal pelvis?
What is the function of the renal pelvis?
Where is the glomerular (Bowman's) capsule located?
Where is the glomerular (Bowman's) capsule located?
What is the functional unit of the kidney?
What is the functional unit of the kidney?
How many nephrons are there in each kidney?
How many nephrons are there in each kidney?
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What is the outer layer of the kidney called?
What is the outer layer of the kidney called?
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Study Notes
Kidney Structure and Function
- The renal pelvis is a funnel-shaped structure that collects urine from the calyces and channels it into the ureter.
- The glomerular (Bowman's) capsule is located in the renal cortex, surrounding the glomerulus, and serves as a filtration barrier.
- The functional unit of the kidney is the nephron, which consists of the glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, and renal tubules.
- There are approximately 1 million nephrons in each kidney.
- The outer layer of the kidney is called the renal cortex, which contains the nephrons and is responsible for filtration and reabsorption.
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Test your knowledge of renal physiology with this quiz covering topics such as kidney anatomy, renal pelvis, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. Master the structure and function of the kidneys and urinary system with this review.
