Nephrons Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the nephrons
A
- microscopic
-tubular structures in Cortex of each renal tube
2
Q
Where urine production begins at the
A
Nephron
3
Q
What does the nephron consist of
A
-renal tubule
-renal corpuscle
4
Q
Describe the renal tubule and where it begins
A
- long tubular passageway
- begins at renal corpuscle
5
Q
The renal corpuscle is a spherical structure consisting of what 3 structures?
A
- Glomerular capsule(Bowman’s capsule)
- Cup-shaped chamber
- Capillary network(glomerulus)
6
Q
This organ consists of 50 intertwining capillaries
A
Glomerulus
7
Q
How is blood delivered to the glomerulus?
A
Via the afferent arteriole
8
Q
How does blood leaves the glomerulus?
A
The efferent arteriole
9
Q
Describe the blood flow to the glomerulus
A
- Blood flows into partibular capillaries
- Drains into small venules
- Returns blood to venous system
