What is NOT a true statement about the cortical nephrons? a. Cortical nephrons have a short nephron loop (loop of Henle). b. Cortical nephrons are the most numerous type of nephron in the kidneys. c. Cortical nephrons are wrapped by the vasa recta. d. The renal corpuscle of a cortical nephron sits in the renal cortex.

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