Which of the tubules is impermeable to water?

A) proximal convoluted tubule
B) descending limb of the nephron loop
C) ascending limb of the nephron loop
D) distal convoluted tubule
E) None of the answers is correct. All of the tubules are water-permeable.


Answer: C

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