alleryReabsorption of nearly all essential nutrients takes place mainly in the
ACollecting duct in the medulla
BProximal convoluted tubule (PCT)
CDescending limb of Henle's loop
DAscending limb of Henle's loop
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT)
PCT has a brush border (microvilli) which increases surface area.
It reabsorbs nearly all glucose, amino acids, and 70-80% of electrolytes and water by mainly active mechanisms.
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