Question

I. Reabsorption in this region is minimum

II. This region plays a significant role in maintenance of high osmolarity of intestinal fluid

III. Its descending limb is permeable to water but almost impermeable to electrolytes

IV. Its ascending limb is impermeable to water but allows transport of electrolyte actively or passively

V. In descending limb filtrate is hypertonic while in ascending limb filtrate is hypotonic

The above characteristics are associated with -

• A. PCT
• B. Loop of Henle
• C. DCT
• D. Bowman’s capsule

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Bowman’s capsule