PLQ9

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The vessel that supplies blood to the nephron is called the ________.

afferent arteriole

The outermost portion of the kidney is called the renal ________.

cortex

This structure is a capillary bed from which blood is filtered into the nephron.

glomerular capsule

Name the structures in the kidney that produce urine.

nephrons

The functions of the urinary system include ________.

excreting nitrogenous wastes, maintaining electrolyte balance, and maintaining acid-base and fluid balance.

A fenestrated squamous epithelium can be observed in this structure within the kidney.

glomerulus

List the parts of the nephron in correct sequential order: ________.

glomerulus, proximal convoluted tubule, nephron loop

The renal artery enters the kidney at this indented area.

hilum

Of the following urinary system organs, major homeostatic functions are performed by the ________.

kidneys

As urine is formed it flows through the collecting ducts to enter, in order, the following structures.

minor calyces, major calyces, renal pelvis, ureter


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