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which nervous system release the sphincter?
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Parasympathetic Nervous System
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What are the 3 major types of Nephrons?
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1. Cortical
2. Superficial and superficial with short loops of Henle 3. Juxtamedullary |
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Renal Capsule
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Thin outer membrane that protects the kidney
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Cortex
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a lightly colored outer region
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Medulla
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a darker reddish brown inner region
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What is the nephron?
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is the basic unit of the kidney. It's a long, thin tube that is closed at one end, has two twisted regions interspaced with a long hairpin loop, ends in a long straight portion and is surrounded by capillaries.
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