The diagram of a nephron is given below. Which of the following structures together form the renal corpuscle (Malpighian body)?

  • A
    $Q$ and $R$
  • B
    $P$ and $R$
  • C
    $R$ and $S$
  • D
    $P$ and $S$

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Which of the following is $NOT$ a part of the renal pyramid?

Which of the following statements is correct?

Match the following columns:
Column-$I$Column-$II$
$P$. Structures in renal cortex$I$. Descending limb of Henle
$Q$. Structures in renal medulla$II$. Proximal convoluted tubule $(PCT)$
$III$. Distal convoluted tubule $(DCT)$
$IV$. Ascending limb of Henle
$V$. Collecting duct
$VI$. Duct of Bellini
$VII$. Afferent arteriole
$VIII$. Efferent arteriole

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The main function of the renal pyramids of the kidney is to:

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion $A$ and the other is labelled as Reason $R$.
Assertion $A$: Nephrons are of two types: Cortical and Juxta-medullary,based on their relative position in the cortex and medulla.
Reason $R$: Juxta-medullary nephrons have a short loop of Henle,whereas cortical nephrons have a longer loop of Henle.
In the light of the above statements,choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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