The peritubular capillary network primarily surrounds which part of the nephron in cortical nephrons?
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Correct answer: The convoluted tubules in the cortex
In cortical nephrons, the efferent arterioles branch into the peritubular capillaries. This dense network facilitates the reabsorption and secretion of substances between the convoluted tubules and the blood.
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