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The maximum amount of electrolytes and water (70-80 per cent) from the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed in which part of the nephron?

A

PCT

B

descending limb of henle's loop

C

ascending lomb of henle's loop

D

DCT

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Maximum amount of electrolytes and 70-80% water from glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed in PCT.
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