Question

The collecting ducts in the kidney converge to form

• A. Pyramid
• B. Calyx
• C. Pelvis
• D. Columns of Bertin

Answer 1

The correct option is A Pyramid

The distal convoluted tubule of nephron drain urine into the collecting ducts. The collecting ducts converge to form medullary rays that open into the medulla i.e The medulla is divided into a few conical masses called medullary pyramids projecting into the calyces. Hence the collecting ducts in the kidney converge to form medullary pyramid In the renal medulla and these pyramids project into the renal calyces.

So, the correct answer is 'Pyramid'.