The countercurrent mechanism in the nephron

A. is a method to move sodium to control its concentration.
B. keeps interstitial fluid hydrated to maintain blood pressure.
C. creates a highly concentrated interstitial fluid so that urine can be concentrated by the collecting ducts when they are permeable to water.
D. keeps the volume of water lost in the urine relatively constant.


Answer: C

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