Which of the Following Does NOT Refer to the Vertical

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT refer to the vertical osmotic gradient in the kidney

• A)It is established and maintained by the countercurrent system.
• B)It makes it possible to put out urine of variable concentration by varying the degree of water permeability of the distal portions of the nephron.
• C)It is found in the renal cortex.
• D)It is seen in juxtamedullary nephrons.

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