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The maxim amount of electrolytes and water (70-80 perecent) from the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbeed in which part of the nephron?

A

ascending limb of loop of Henle

B

proximal convoluted tubule

C

distal convoluted tubule

D

descending limb of loop of Henle

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