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The layer of fibrous connective tissue that surrounds each kidney is


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Renal sinus

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Renal pelvis

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Renal capsule

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Perirenal fat

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Solution

The correct option is C

Renal capsule


This is the tough outer covering and is fibrous in nature. The capsule is composed of tough fibres, chiefly collagen and elastin (fibrous proteins) that help to support the kidney and protect the vital tissue from injury.


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