What are the Two Main Divisions of the Nephron

Question

What are the two main divisions of the nephron?
A)renal cortex and renal medulla
B)renal pyramids and renal columns
C)renal corpuscle and renal tubule
D)glomerulus and peritubular capillaries

Accepted Answer

The two main divisions of the nephron are the renal corpuscle, which includes the glomerulus and Bowman's capsule, and the renal tubule, which includes the proximal tubule, loop of Henle, and distal tubule. Option A refers to the two main regions of the kidney where the nephrons are located, but it is not specific to the divisions of the nephron. Option B refers to the structures that create the striated appearance of the medulla, but do not relate to the divisions of the nephron. Option D refers to parts of the renal circulation, but not the structural components of the nephron.