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Trace the vascular pathway through the kidneys from renal artery to renal vein of a cortical nephron by placing the vessels in proper order. (11pt)   1. Afferent arterioles 2. Segmental arteries 3. Interlobar veins 4. Glomeruli 5. Interlobar arteries 6. Arcuate arteries 7. Cortical radiate arteries 8. Cortical radiate veins 9. Arcuate veins 10. Efferent arterioles 11. Peritubular capillary bed  

From the list of statements below about the gross anatomy of the kidney, identify the statement written falsely.   

What is the function of the macula densa cells of the juxtaglomerular complex (JGC)?  

Glomerular filtration rate (the GFR) can be altered by which of the following possible responses below?

Match the terms with their respective descriptions/definitions. 

Carrier proteins are present in the proximal tubule cells of a nephron to help ensure glucose is reabsorbed. 

Adipose tissue is one of the most hydrated of all tissues in the body.  

According to the Pearson Learning dissection videos of the sheep kidney, the convex surface of the kidney is the _____ surface whereas the concave surface of the kidney is the ______ surface.

Glomeruli are the structural and functional units of the kidneys.   

According to the Pearson Learning dissection videos of the sheep kidney, why does the cortex of the kidney appear more bumpy than the medulla?