Which of the following are primarily responsible for maintaining the salinity gradient of the renal medulla?
A. Cortical nephrons
B. Collecting ducts
C. Proximal convoluted tubules
D. Juxtamedullary nephrons
E. Distal convoluted tubules
Answer: D
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