What Solute Is Primarily Responsible for Producing the Osmotic Gradient

question 9

Multiple Choice

What solute is primarily responsible for producing the osmotic gradient that drives water reabsorption?

• A)chloride
• B)phosphate
• C)sodium
• D)potassium
• E)calcium

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