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प्रश्न
Give reason:
Why does the medulla of kidneys show a ‘striped’ appearance?
कारण सांगा
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उत्तर
- The medulla of the kidney shows a striped appearance due to the presence of straight, parallel structures.
- These structures include the loops of Henle and collecting ducts of the nephrons.
- These parts run vertically through the medulla, creating a striated or striped pattern.
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