The kidney is described as a retroperitoneal organ. This means that:

The descending limb of the Loop of Henle:

The ________________________ is a layer of support tissue that anchors the kidney and adrenal glands to the surrounding tissues.

Tubular reabsorption has a key role in:

In males, sperm exit the efferent ductules and enter the __________________________.

The _______________________________ serves as the primary site for tubular reabsorption. 

The renal blood vessels, lymphatic structures and nerves enter the kidney at the ______________________________.

Aldosterone is most closely associated with ___________ reabsorption.

Aquaporins are channels that are involved in:

Which of the following statements is true regarding nervous system control of the kidneys?