Macroscopic Structure (1.3)

Question 1

Give the function of the renal capsule.

Answer 1

Protects the kidney and prevents infections in the surrounding area affecting the kidneys.

Question 2

Give the function of the cortex.

Answer 2

Reddish area made up of renal corpuscles.

Question 3

Give the function of the medulla.

Answer 3

Reddish brown area made up of 8-12 cone-shaped pyramids.

Question 4

Give the function of pyramid.

Answer 4

Made up of collecting ducts.

Question 5

Give the function of the calyx.

Answer 5

Short duct (part of pelvis) collets urine from the collecting ducts.

Question 6

Give the function of the renal sinus.

Answer 6

Space between calyces.

Question 7

Give the function of the papilla.

Answer 7

Tip of each pyramid, fits into calyx

Question 8

Give the function of the renal pelvis.

Answer 8

Urine drains from the calyces into this enlarged upper end of ureter.

Question 9

Give the function of the renal artery.

Answer 9

Carries blood with high area content into the kidney.

Question 10

Give the function of the renal vein.

Answer 10

Carries blood with low urea content out of kidney.

Question 11

Give the function of the ureter.

Answer 11

Carries urine from pelvis to bladder for storage.