Question

Select the option(s) which correctly identifiy(s) the structures labeled C and D and their characteristics and/or functions.

• A. C - Medulla- It is the innermost part of the kidney
• B. D - Cortex - It is the outermost part of the kidney
• C. C - Renal pelvis - It collects urine
• D. D - Medulla- It is the innermost part of the kidney

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A

C - Medulla- It is the innermost part of the kidney

B

D - Cortex - It is the outermost part of the kidney

C is medulla. It is the innermost part of the kidney. Long tubules of nephrons are present in this region. The renal medulla is split up into a number of sections, known as the renal pyramids.
D is cortex. It is the outermost part of the kidney and contains the renal corpuscles (Bowman's capsule and glomerulus together) and the renal tubules except for parts of the loop of Henle which descend into the renal medulla.