Generally, most water reabsorption in a nephron occurs at the

A. proximal convoluted tubule and is called facultative water reabsorption.
B. nephron loop and is called obligatory water reabsorption.
C. nephron loop and is called facultative water reabsorption.
D. proximal convoluted tubule and is called obligatory water reabsorption.


Answer: D

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