Question

question 178
0.25 pts
figure 24.2
use the diagram above to answer the following questions.
identify the letter that indicates the vasa recta.
a
b
c
d
e

Explanation:

Step1: Recall vasa recta structure

Vasa recta are the straight arterioles and venules in the kidney, associated with the nephron loop. In the diagram, the vasa recta are the straight vessels (likely the ones labeled with the vertical, straight arrangement near the nephron loops).

Step2: Analyze each option

• A: Likely a convoluted tubule or capillary bed (peritubular capillaries), not straight.
• B: Glomerular or convoluted capillary, not straight.
• C: Maybe a collecting duct or other structure, not vasa recta.
• D: Afferent/efferent arteriole? Not straight vasa recta.
• E: The straight, hairpin - like vessels (vasa recta) around the nephron loop. So E indicates vasa recta.

Answer:

E