Multiple choice

Which among the following statements regarding the human kidneys is true?

  1. The renal cortex lies inside the medulla.

  2. The left kidney lies lower than the right kidney.

  3. The renal veins drain directly into the inferior vena cava.

  4. The link between the kidney and the bladder is the urethra.

  5. The renal cortex contains selected glomeruli.
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Explanation

Both kidneys receive an arterial supply directly from the aorta and the renal veins drain directly into the inferior vena cava.

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