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The PCT of the nephron is lined by

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a

simple squamous epithelium without brush border

b

simple squamous epithelium with brush border

c

simple cuboidal epithelium with brush border

d

simple cuboidal epithelium without brush border

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

Proximal Convoluted Tubule (PCT) is lined by simple cuboidal brush border epithelium which increases the surface area for reabsorption. Nearly all of the essential nutrients, and 70-80 per cent of electrolytes and water are reabsorbed by this segment.

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The PCT of the nephron is lined by