Answer: loop of Henle.
- A loop of Henle
- B glomerulus
- C Bowman's capsule
- D ureter
Correct answer: A. loop of Henle
Explanation: The loop of Henle sets up a concentration gradient that concentrates urine.
Filtrate flows through four functionally distinct stages of the nephron: Bowman's capsule filters blood, the PCT reabsorbs most useful substances unconditionally, the Loop of Henle builds a concentration gradient via counter-current exchange, the DCT secretes selected substances, and the collecting duct performs the final ADH-controlled water reabsorption.
Concept context
Nitrogenous waste, kidney structure, urine formation in the nephron, and hormonal regulation of excretion.
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