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In nephron, water absorption is maximum in
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Q. In nephron, water absorption is maximum in
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A
proximal convoluted tubule (PCT)
B
ascending limb of Henle
C
descending limb of Henle
D
distal convoluted tubule (DCT)
Solution:
In nephron, water absorption is maximum in proximal convoluted tubule. PCT increases the surface area for reabsorption.
It reabsorbs most of the nutrients, and 70-80% of electrolytes and water.