Zoology-Urine Formation
NEET Zoology Urine Formation Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Medium-Class 11
Assertion (A): The loop of Henle and vasa recta are crucial for the concentration of urine in mammals. | Reason (R): The counter current mechanism between the limbs of the loop of Henle and those of vasa recta facilitates the reabsorption of water and electrolytes.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The loop of Henle and vasa recta create a counter current mechanism that helps in concentrating urine by facilitating water and electrolyte reabsorption, thus supporting the assertion and reason.
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