Match the nephron structure to the characteristics
-permeable to water, not salt
A)afferent arteriole
B)glomerulus
C)efferent arteriole
D)Bowman's capsule
E)proximal tubule
F)descending limb of loop of Henle
G)ascending limb of loop of Henle
H)distal tubule
I)collecting duct

Question

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The descending limb of the loop of Henle is permeable to water but not salt.

Answer: G 
 The ascending limb of the loop of Henle is impermeable to water but actively pumps out salt.

Answer: H 
 The distal tubule regulates the amount of salt and water that is reabsorbed into the bloodstream.

Answer: I 
 The collecting duct is responsible for the final regulation of urine concentration by either reabsorbing water or allowing it to be excreted.

Match the Nephron Structure to the Characteristics