(a) Explain how the osmotic gradient is generated in the medulla. (b) List the importance of the...
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(a) Explain how the osmotic gradient is generated in the medulla.
(b) List the importance of the gradient in generating concentrated urine.
Kidneys:
The kidneys are excretory organs with millions of nephrons required for filtering blood and removing out wastes in the form of urine. The kidney is divided into the renal cortex, renal medulla, and renal pelvis.
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