Q. 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
Explanation
[Solution from source] The proximal convoluted tubule reabsorbs nearly 70–80 percent of the electrolytes and water from the glomerular filtrate. The loop of Henle and the distal tubule handle much smaller amounts. Answer (4).
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