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Which of the following statements is correct?

  1. A
    The ascending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
  2. B
    The descending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
  3. C
    The ascending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water
  4. D
    The 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.

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Which of the following statements is correct?
A
The ascending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
B
The descending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
C
The ascending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water
D
The descending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to electrolytes

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