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Which of the following is true about Henle's loop

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a

It reabsorbs the maximum percent of water

b

It plays a role in maintenance of high osmolarity in the medullary interstitial fluid

c

It is confined to the renal cortex

d

It is totally impermeable to water

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Reabsorption is minimum in its ascending limb. However, this region plays a significant role in the maintenance of high osmolarity of medullary interstitial fluid because it acts as a countercurrent multiplier. It extends into the renal medulla. Its descending limb is permeable to water.

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Which of the following is true about Henle's loop