Renal columns are
A) internal cavities of the fibrous capsule located in the area of the hilus.
B) the expanded ends of the ureters.
C) the basic functional units of the kidney.
D) bands of the renal cortex that extend toward the renal sinus.
E) conical-shaped structures that are located in the renal medulla.

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Renal columns are bands of renal cortex that extend toward the renal sinus, separating the renal pyramids.

Renal Columns Are