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What does long loops of Henle correlate with?
Long loops of Henle are typically associated with the kidneys of animals that inhabit arid environments. These extended loops enhance the ability to concentrate urine, allowing for greater water reabsorption and conservation. As a result, species with longer loops of Henle can better survive in conditions where water is scarce, making them more efficient in maintaining fluid balance.
What is the loops?
The loop of Henle takes part in the transport of ions and reabsorbes urea.
Are there two types of nephrons which are classified according to their position within the kidney and the lengths of their loops of Henle?
True
Which term best describe the specific filtration structure of the urinary system?
Nephrons, which contain loops of henle, are the filtering structures in the kidney.
How do cortical nephrons and juxtamedullary nephrons differ structurally?
The cortical nephrons,from their name are almost entirely embedded within the cortex of the kidney.They have shortish loops of Henle that do not really extend far into the medulla. By contrast, the juxtamedullary nephrons have longs loops of Henle that do extend far into the medulla.The glomeruli of the juxtamedullary nephrons are typically close to the medulla (which is how these got their name)
What is the longest word where you can't colour in any loops?
Nymphfly
3 How do cortical nephrons and juxtamedullary nephrons differ structurally?
The cortical nephrons,from their name are almost entirely embedded within the cortex of the kidney.They have shortish loops of Henle that do not really extend far into the medulla. By contrast, the juxtamedullary nephrons have longs loops of Henle that do extend far into the medulla.The glomeruli of the juxtamedullary nephrons are typically close to the medulla (which is how these got their name)
Does medulla of kidney contain distal convoluted tubule?
No, the medulla of the kidney does not contain the distal convoluted tubule (DCT). The DCT is located in the cortex of the kidney, specifically following the loop of Henle. The medulla primarily contains the loops of Henle and collecting ducts, which are involved in concentrating urine.
How many loops in a mammals circulatory system?
it has 2 LOOPS ;)... ACCORDING TO THE BOOK
Which mammals lives the longest after humans?
whale?
Which cereal floats the longest between frosted flakes and fruit loops?
# sxs xss
Why cortical nephrons have short loop of henle?
Cortical nephrons have a shorter loop of Henle primarily because they are located in the outer region of the kidney cortex, where the medullary concentration gradient is less pronounced. Their shorter loops allow for efficient filtration and reabsorption of water and solutes in the renal cortex, where most of the nephron's functions occur. This design is suited for the regulation of blood composition rather than for producing highly concentrated urine, which is more characteristic of juxtamedullary nephrons with longer loops.
