structure of a kidney Flashcards
1
Q
what is the cortex?
A
the outer portion of the kidney
2
Q
what is the medulla?
A
the inner portion of the kidney
3
Q
what is the renal pelvis?
A
it is the enlarged portion of the ureter, and is a funnel shaped space where urine flows into before entering the ureter
4
Q
why does R.A have a higher concentration of oxygen and glucose than R.V
A
oxygen and glucose are the raw materials that allows for kidney cells to carry out aerobic respiration
5
Q
why does R.A have a lower concentration of carbon dioxide than R.V
A
carbon dioxide is one of the end products of aerobic respiration carried out in kidney cells
6
Q
why does R.A have a higher concentration of urea than R.V
A
urea is a metabolic waste product that is removed from the circulating blood when it enters the kidney
