How Does the Renal Cortex Differ from the Renal Medulla?
The renal cortex is distinct from the renal medulla in both structure and function: - The cortex contains renal corpuscles, while the medulla primarily consists of loops of Henle and collecting ducts. - The cortex appears more granular due to the dense arrangement of renal corpuscles and tubules, whereas the medulla has a striated appearance due to the parallel arrangement of loops and ducts. - The cortex is involved in filtration and reabsorption, while the medulla plays a significant role in the concentration of urine.
