Which of the following statements is correct?
- AThe ascending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
- BThe descending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
- CThe ascending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water
- DThe descending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to electrolytes
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
Descending limb: Permeable to water but nearly impermeable to electrolytes.Ascending limb: Impermeable to water but allows active or passive transport of electrolytes.Statement A is correct.