Question

choose the correct term that matches them to the kidney region.

1. outer region
2. inner region
3. central region

options: peritubular, cortex, glomerular capsule, pelvis, nephron loop, medulla

Explanation:

• The renal cortex is the outer, granular layer of the kidney.
• The renal medulla is the inner, striated region beneath the cortex.
• The renal pelvis is the central, funnel-shaped structure that collects urine.

Answer:

1. outer region: cortex
2. inner region: medulla
3. central region: pelvis