The Thick Ascending Limb of the Nephron Loop (Loop of Henle)is

question 32

Multiple Choice

The thick ascending limb of the nephron loop (loop of Henle) is almost impermeable to water,but reabsorbs sodium,potassium,and chloride ions from the filtrate.

• A)The first statement is true but the second statement is false.
• B)The first statement is false but the second statement is true.
• C)Both statements are true.
• D)Both statements are false.
• E)Both are true and relate to production of a dilute urine.

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