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_____ is a tuft of capillaries formed by the afferent arteriole which is a fine branch of _____

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To answer the question, we need to fill in the blanks regarding the structure of the nephron and the blood supply involved. 1. **Identify the tuft of capillaries**: The term that fits in the first blank is "glomerulus." The glomerulus is a network of tiny blood vessels (capillaries) that plays a crucial role in the filtration of blood. 2. **Identify the source of the afferent arteriole**: The second blank refers to the source of the afferent arteriole. The afferent arteriole is a branch of the "renal artery." The renal artery supplies blood to the kidneys, and the afferent arteriole carries blood into the glomerulus. Putting it all together, the complete answer is: "**Glomerulus** is a tuft of capillaries formed by the afferent arteriole which is a fine branch of **renal artery**."
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  • Consider the following statements each with one or two blanks. (i). Towards the centre of the inner concave surface of the kidney is a notch called (1) through which ureters, blood vesels and nerves enter. (ii). The medulla of kidney is divided into a few conical masses called (2) projecting into the (3). (iii). Glomerulus is a tuft of capillaries formed by the (4). artery. Blood from the glomerulus is carried away by an (5) artery. Which one of the following options correctly fills the blanks in any two of the statements?

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