In the ascending limb of the loop of Henle,

A. K+ and Cl? are cotransported with Na+ across the apical membrane.
B. the filtrate does not change.
C. K+ is concentrated in the filtrate.
D. Ca2+ are actively transported across the basal membrane.
E. water can easily enter or leave.


Answer: A

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