NEETBiologyExcretory Products and Their EliminationMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following statements is correct?
- AThe descending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water
- BThe ascending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water.
- CThe descending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to electrolytes.
- DThe asecending limb of loop of Henle is impermeable to water.
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Correct answer: D
Descending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water but impermeable to electrolytes whereas ascending limb is impermeable to water but permeable to electrolytes.
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