Which of the following best describes the characteristics of the ascending arm of the loop of Henle? (Select all correct choices.)
A. It is permeable to water.
B. It actively transports electrolytes.
C. It is impermeable to water.
D. Its filtrate is mainly urea.
E. Its filtrate becomes more and more
concentrated.
B,C,D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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