Which of the choices below is a function of the nephron loop?
A) form a large volume of very dilute urine or a small volume of very concentrated urine
B) absorb electrolytes actively and water by osmosis in the same segments
C) absorb water and electrolytes into the tubular network
D) form a large volume of very concentrated urine or a small volume of very dilute urine

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The nephron loop (loop of Henle) plays a crucial role in concentrating or diluting urine. It allows the kidneys to produce urine that is either very dilute or very concentrated, depending on the body's hydration status and needs. This is achieved through the counter-current mechanism, which involves the selective reabsorption of water and solutes in different parts of the loop.

Which of the Choices Below Is a Function of the Nephron