Question

Select the statement that is incorrect for cortical nephron.

• A. They are the most abundant of all the nephrons in kidneys
• B. Their glomeruli lie close to the inner margin of the cortex near medulla
• C. They control plasma volume when water supply is normal
• D. Loop of Henle is short in size

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Cortical nephrons are found in the cortex region of kidney. They have short Henle's loop which extend very little into the medulla section. Other type of nephron is called as juxta medullary nephron which are larger in size and have long loop extending deep into the medulla. The glomerulus of these nephron are placed close to the inner margin of the cortex.