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Which part of loop of Henle contains hypotonic filterate?

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To determine which part of the loop of Henle contains hypotonic filtrate, we can analyze the characteristics of the two limbs of the loop: the descending limb and the ascending limb. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Structure of the Loop of Henle**: The loop of Henle consists of two main parts: the descending limb and the ascending limb. 2. **Analyze the Descending Limb**: - The descending limb is permeable to water but impermeable to salts (sodium, potassium, chloride). ...
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