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Cortical nephrons differ from juxtamedullary nephrons in that they have

AA larger Bowman's capsule lumen
BNo connection to a collecting duct
CA reduced or absent vasa recta
DA long loop of Henle going deep
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. A reduced or absent vasa recta
Cortical nephrons have short Henle loops that barely enter the medulla, and the vasa recta is reduced or absent. They are less effective for urine concentration than juxtamedullary nephrons.
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