Question 1b (ii)
Identify the region of the kidney shown in the figure and give a reason for your identification. [2]
Answer:
Region Identified: Cortex of the kidney
Reason for Identification: The presence of structures such as the Bowman’s capsule, proximal convoluted tubule, and numerous blood vessels is characteristic of the kidney cortex, where the renal corpuscles (including Bowman’s capsules) are found, along with the start of the tubular system involved in filtration and reabsorption.
Glomerulus
