Structural Organization of the Kidneys

Houses most filtering units and appears granular

Outer Cortex

Contains cone-shaped pyramidal structures arranged in triangular formations

Inner Medulla

Large collecting chamber that gathers processed urine from smaller collection cups

Central Pelvis

Pointed ends where concentrated urine enters collection system

Pyramid Tips (Papillae)

Funnel-shaped structures that receive urine from pyramid tips

Collection Cups (Calyces)

Contains major blood vessels, nerve networks, and collecting structures

Internal Space (Sinus)

Each nephron represents a complete ________ _______

filtration system {Filtering Unit - Nephron Components}