Put these tissues that surround the kidney in order from superficial to deep: A. adipose tissue B. capsule C. renal fascia C, A, B B, A, C A, B, C D, B, A
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The outermost layer is the renal fascia (C), which is a thin layer of connective tissue. Step 2: Identify the next layer moving inward. The next layer is the adipose tissue (A), which provides cushioning and insulation for the kidney. Step 3: Identify the Show more…
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