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Function of the Tubules
Question

Which of the following statements is true regarding the function of the renal tubule? 

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Solution

Ascending limb of the loop of Henle is impermeable to water. Descending limb of the loop of Henle is permeable to water and is nearly impermeable to electrolytes. Conditional reabsorption of Na+ and water occurs in the DCT. The maximum percentage of water (70-80%) is reabsorbed in the PCT.

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