Medullary Interstitial Gradient & Urine — NEET Biology
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Presence of such interstitial gradient helps in an easy passage of water from the collecting tubule thereby concentrating the filtrate (urine). Human kidneys can produce urine nearly four times concentrated than the initial filtrate formed.
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Adjacent to a frequently-asked paragraph in the same chapter.
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Which of the following conditions would lead to maximum water reabsorption from the collecting tubule?
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Correct answer: A — High osmolarity of medullary interstitium and presence of ADH
High medullary osmolarity and ADH together pull water out of the collecting tubule.
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Presence of such interstitial gradient helps in an easy passage of water from the collecting tubule thereby concentrating the filtrate (urine). Human kidneys can produce urine nearly four times concentrated than the initial filtrate formed.
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High probability for NEET 2027. Adjacent to a frequently-asked paragraph in the same chapter.
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Excretory Products and Their Elimination, Class 11 NCERT Biology.
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