Which Renal Structure Is Responsible for Producing Hypertonic Urine by Reabsorbing

question 139

Multiple Choice

Which renal structure is responsible for producing hypertonic urine by reabsorbing water while allowing metabolic wastes and NaCl to pass through?

• A) Glomerulus
• B) Proximal convoluted tubule
• C) Distal convoluted tubule
• D) Collecting duct
• E) Nephron loop

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