Q.

Read the following statements.

Statement I : The osmolarity gradient in the renal medullary interstitium of human kidney is mainly caused by NaCl and urea.
Statement II : The ascending limb of loop of Henle allows active and passive transport of electrolytes.

In light of the given statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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a

Statement I is correct and statement II is incorrect.

b

Statement I is incorrect and statement II is correct.

c

Both statement I and statement II are correct.

d

Both statement I and statement II are incorrect.

answer is C.

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Read the following statements.Statement I : The osmolarity gradient in the renal medullary interstitium of human kidney is mainly caused by NaCl and urea.Statement II : The ascending limb of loop of Henle allows active and passive transport of electrolytes.In light of the given statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.