Question

___________ is also called the uriniferous tubule.

Answer 1

Uriniferous tubule:

1. Uriniferous tubule is the other name for nephron. They are also known as renal tubules or kidney tubules.
2. Nephrons are the functional unit of the kidney which consist of a funnel-shaped head with a tubular part attached to it.
3. There are millions of these tubules which help in the purification of blood, reabsorption of important materials, and removal of harmful waste through urine.

Final answer:

Nephron is also called the uriniferous tubule.