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Juxtamedullary nephrons differ from cortical nephrons in that they have

ANo connection with a collecting duct
BA longer loop of Henle into medulla
CA shorter loop of Henle in cortex
DNo glomerulus or Bowman's capsule
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A longer loop of Henle into medulla
Juxtamedullary nephrons (about 15%) have long loops of Henle that dip deep into the medulla and are accompanied by well-developed vasa recta. They are crucial for producing concentrated urine.
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