Which part of the juxtamedullary nephron is responsible for establishing the vertical osmotic gradient in the medulla of the kidney?

a. collecting duct
b. afferent arteriole
c. loop of Henle
d. juxtaglomerular apparatus
e. distal tubule


C

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