Which type of nephron is essential for water conservation and concentrated urine production?
A)juxtamedullary nephrons
B)cortical nephrons
C)medullary nephrons
D)pyramidal nephrons
E)pelvic nephrons

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Juxtamedullary nephrons are located near the medulla and have long loops of Henle that extend deep into the renal medulla. These nephrons are essential for water conservation and the production of concentrated urine. They play a critical role in establishing and maintaining the corticomedullary gradient, which is necessary for urine concentration. The other options (B, C, D, and E) do not have the same features as juxtamedullary nephrons that are important for water conservation and concentrated urine production.

Which Type of Nephron Is Essential for Water Conservation and Concentrated