Kidneys Are Often Difficult to See Without Dissection Because They

question 162

Multiple Choice

Kidneys are often difficult to see without dissection because they are surrounded by a layer of fat. What is the significance of this fat

• A)It expands for storage of additional urine once the bladder is full; it acts as a sponge.
• B)It provides cushioning or padding for protection from sudden jolts or other injuries.
• C)There is no special significance; this fat stores energy as do other fat deposits in the abdominal cavity.
• D)This fat cools the kidneys during active filtration.
• E)None of the answers are correct.

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