Conical structures that are located in the renal medulla and contain nephron segments are called a)nephrons
B)calyces.
C) renal columns
D)renal pelvises .
E) pyramids
E) pyramids
The correct answer is E) pyramids.
Pyramids are conical structures located in the renal medulla and they contain various segments of the nephrons. These segments include the renal tubules and collecting ducts, which are responsible for reabsorbing and excreting waste products and maintaining fluid balance in the body.
Nephrons (option A) are the functional units of the kidneys, responsible for filtering blood and producing urine. They are found within the pyramids.
Calyces (option B) are cup-like structures that collect urine from the nephrons. They are located at the base of the pyramids and merge to form the renal pelvis.
Renal columns (option C) are areas of cortical tissue that extend between the pyramids, separating them from each other.
Renal pelvises (option D) are structures that collect urine from the calyces and transport it to the ureters for elimination from the body. They are located at the top of the pyramids.