Questions and Answers
Which of the following components is NOT located in the renal cortex?
What is the primary function of the nephrons?
Which of the following structures is directly involved in the filtration of blood in the kidney?
What is the primary difference between the renal cortex and the renal medulla?
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What is the primary function of the ureter?
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Study Notes
Urinary System
- The urinary system consists of the kidney, collecting ducts, ureter, and blood vessels.
Kidney Structure
- The kidney consists of the cortex (F) and medulla (E).
- The renal cortex is the outer layer of the kidney.
- The renal medulla is the inner layer of the kidney.
- The kidney contains collecting ducts (C) and blood vessels (B and A).
Nephrons
- Nephrons are the functional units of the kidney.
- Nephrons are composed of renal corpuscles.
Renal Corpuscles
- Renal corpuscles are the functional units of nephrons.
- Renal corpuscles are found in the renal cortex.
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Description
Learn about the components of the urinary system, including the kidney, collecting ducts, and blood vessels, as well as the structure of the kidney and its functional units, nephrons.
