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The maximum amount of electrolytes and water (70 – 80 percent) from the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed in which part of the nephron?
A
Descending limb of loop of Henle
B
Ascending limb of loop of Henle
C
Distal convoluted tubule
D
Proximal convoluted tubule
Detailed Solution
The proximal convoluted tubule is lined by brush-border cuboidal epithelium, which increases the surface area for reabsorption.
Nearly all the essential nutrients and 70–80 per cent of electrolytes and water are reabsorbed in this segment.
Nearly all the essential nutrients and 70–80 per cent of electrolytes and water are reabsorbed in this segment.