Zoology-Urine Formation
NEET Zoology Urine Formation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 11
A diagram shows a nephron with its associated blood vessels. Identify the structure labeled as 'X' that is primarily responsible for maintaining the osmolar gradient in the kidney interstitium.
A
Henle's loop
B
Distal convoluted tubule
C
Proximal convoluted tubule
D
Collecting duct
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Henle's loop helps to maintain the osmolar gradient (300 mOsmolL–1 to 1200 mOsmolL–1) within the kidney interstitium, crucial for urine concentration.
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