Once inside the cells of the ascending limb, K⁺ and Cl⁻ cross the basal membrane into the interstitial fluid by the process of ________. A) facilitated diffusion B) cotransport C) counter transport D) active transport E) simple diffusion

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Facilitated diffusion is the process by which K+ and Cl− ions cross the basal membrane into the interstitial fluid, using specific transport proteins without the expenditure of energy.

Once Inside the Cells of the Ascending Limb, K+ and Cl−

Once Inside the Cells of the Ascending Limb, K⁺ and Cl⁻