The Cup-Shaped Chamber, or the Expanded End of a Nephron

question 12

Multiple Choice

The cup-shaped chamber, or the expanded end of a nephron, is known as the

• A) glomerulus.
• B) glomerular capsule.
• C) proximal convoluted tubule.
• D) distal convoluted tubule.
• E) loop of Henle.

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Definitions:

Retroperitoneal

Located behind the peritoneum, the membrane lining the abdominal cavity and covering the abdominal organs.

Mesenteries

Folds of peritoneum that attach the intestines to the abdominal wall, supporting and allowing vascular and neural communication.

Mastication

The action of masticating food to ready it for swallowing and subsequent digestion.

Parasympathetic Nerves

A division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest and digest functions, conserving energy and lowering metabolism.