MEDICAL
URETERS
Question
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The major calices merge to form a single, funnel-shaped ____
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Renal pelvis
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Renal pyramid
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Renal cortex
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Renal medulla
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In turn, the major calyces join to form the funnel-shaped renal pelvis. * The renal pelvis collects urine from the calyces and transports it to the ureter.
Detailed explanation-2: -The minor calyces, the major calyces, the infundibula, and the renal pelvis are collectively called intrarenal collecting system.
Detailed explanation-3: -The renal pelvis or pelvis of the kidney is the funnel-like dilated part of the ureter in the kidney. It is formed by the covnvergence of the major calyces, acting as a funnel for urine flowing from the major calyces to the ureter.
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