Multiple Choice
In renal anatomy, the structural and functional unit of the kidney is the _____.
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25. The Urinary System
The Nephron
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In renal anatomy, what is the name of the functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood and forming urine?
A
Nephron
B
Renal pyramid
C
Ureter
D
Calyx
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Understand that the kidney is composed of several structures, each with specific functions related to urine formation and blood filtration.
Identify that the functional unit of the kidney is the smallest structure capable of performing the kidney's essential functions, including filtering blood and producing urine.
Recall that the nephron is the microscopic structural and functional unit of the kidney responsible for filtering blood plasma and forming urine.
Differentiate the nephron from other kidney structures such as the renal pyramid (which contains many nephrons), the ureter (which transports urine to the bladder), and the calyx (which collects urine from the nephrons).
Conclude that the nephron is the correct answer as it directly performs the filtration and urine formation processes.
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