In the nephron loop,
A) active secretion of acids, ammonia, and drugs occurs.
B) ion pumps, which respond to aldosterone, exist.
C) reabsorption of ions, amino acids, water, and other organic nutrients is its primary function.
D) two-thirds of the sodium and chloride ions remaining in the tubular fluid are reabsorbed.
E) final adjustments are made in the composition and concentration of the tubular fluid.
D) two-thirds of the sodium and chloride ions remaining in the tubular fluid are reabsorbed.
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