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Identity the correct statements.

(i) The outer layer of the kidney is called capsule.

(ii) Cortex is divided into outer cortex and inner medulla.

(iii) Medulla is divided into medullary pyramids.

(iv) The cortex extends in between the medullary pyramids which is called as columns of Bertini.

A) (i), (iii) and (iv)  

B)                    (i) and (iv)

C) (i), (ii) and (iii)   

D)                    (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Correct Answer: D

Solution :

[d] The outer layer of the kidney is a tough capsule. Inside the kidney, there are two zones-cortex and medulla. Medulla is divided into few conical masses called medullary pyramids. The cortex extends in between the medullary pyramids as renal columns called columns of Bertini.