Identify the structures of the renal corpuscle.
A)glomerular capsule and the proximal convoluted tubule
B)collecting duct and papillary duct
C)glomerular capsule and glomerulus
D)proximal convoluted tubule and distal convoluted tubule
E)glomerular capsule and nephron loop

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The renal corpuscle is composed of two structures, the glomerular capsule (also called Bowman's capsule) and the glomerulus. The glomerulus is a mass of specialized capillaries where filtration of blood occurs, and the glomerular capsule surrounds the glomerulus and collects the filtrate that is produced. Therefore, the best choice is C, which correctly identifies the structures of the renal corpuscle as the glomerular capsule and glomerulus.

Identify the Structures of the Renal Corpuscle