The visceral layer of the glomerular capsule (Bowman's capsule):
A) forms the outermost (superficial) wall of the capsule.
B) contains cells called podocytes.
C) consists of extracellular material.
D) none of these choices

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The visceral layer of the glomerular capsule is closely associated with the glomerular capillaries and contains specialized cells called podocytes, which play a crucial role in the filtration process in the kidney.

The Visceral Layer of the Glomerular Capsule (Bowman's Capsule)