Descending limb of the loop of Henle is permeable to water but impermeable to electrolytes while ascending limb is impermeable to water but permeable to electrolytes.
Which of the following statements is correct?
Held on 30 Apr 2017 · Verified 9 Jul 2026.
The ascending limb of the loop of Henle is impermeable to water
The descending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
The ascending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water
The descending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to electrolytes
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