The Portion of the Kidney That Is Composed of Cone-Shaped

question 60

Multiple Choice

The portion of the kidney that is composed of cone-shaped renal pyramids is called the ________.

• A) cortex
• B) medulla
• C) pelvis
• D) calyx
• E) columns

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Definitions:

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The precursor in embryonic development that eventually forms the central nervous system including the brain and spinal cord.

Neurogenesis

The procedure through which the brain creates new nerve cells.

Neuron Maturation

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