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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

Ascending limb of loop of Henle

B

Distal convoluted tubule

C

Proximal convoluted tubule

D

Descending limb of loop of Henle

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