After the cells lining the proximal convoluted tubule remove all organic nutrients, plasma proteins, and ions from the filtrate, additional reabsorption of water and electrolytes occurs in the:

A) glomerulus.
B) macula densa.
C) loop of Henle.
D) distal convoluted tubule.


Ans: C) loop of Henle.

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