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Columns of Bertini in the kidneys of mammals are formed as extensions of

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Cortex and medulla
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Medulla into pelvis
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Pelvis into ureter
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Cortex into pelvis
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Solution

The correct option is D Cortex into pelvis
The renal column (or column of Bertini) is a medullary extension of the renal cortex in between the renal pyramids. It allows the cortex to be better anchored. Each column consists of lines of blood vessels and urinary tubes and a fibrous material.

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