The distal convoluted tubules are
A) the part of the nephron between the nephron loop and the collecting tube
B) part of the renal corpuscle
C) the cup-shaped top of the nephron
D) both b and c above

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The distal convoluted tubules are the part of the nephron between the nephron loop and the collecting tube. This is the correct definition of the distal convoluted tubules. Option B is incorrect because the distal convoluted tubules are not part of the renal corpuscle, which includes the glomerulus and Bowman's capsule. Option C is incorrect because the cup-shaped top of the nephron is called Bowman's capsule.

The Distal Convoluted Tubules Are