Read the following four statements $(A-D)$ and select the correct ones:
$(A)$ The medulla of the kidney is divided into a few conical masses projecting into the calyces.
$(B)$ The cortex of the kidney extends in between the medullary pyramids as renal columns called columns of Bertini.
$(C)$ The kidneys are situated in the ventral part of the thoracic region in the human body.
$(D)$ Each kidney of an adult human measures $10-12 \ cm$ in length,$5-7 \ cm$ in width,$2-3 \ cm$ in thickness,with an average weight of $120-170 \ gm$.

  • A
    Statements $A, B$ and $C$
  • B
    Statements $B, C$ and $D$
  • C
    Statements $A, B$ and $D$
  • D
    Statements $B$ and $C$

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