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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