STANDARD Zoology Renal Physiology MCQ Question
Which segment of renal tubule is permeable to water but nearly impermeable to salts
Proximal convoluted tubule
Descending limb of Henle's loop
Ascending limb of Henle's loop
Distal convoluted tubule
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The descending limb of loop of Henle is permeable to water. Its surrounding tissue fluid is hypertonic. Hence, the water moves out and the Na⁺ and Cl⁻ move in the descending limb by passive transport.
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