If Henle's loops were absent from mammalian nephron, which of the following is to be expected?

If Henle's loops were absent from mammalian nephron, which of the following is to be expected? Correct Answer The urine will be more diluted

Explanation:

  • Henle’s Loop helps in reabsorption of water and sodium chloride from urine, which leads to concentrated urine in mammals.
  • It is the hairpin-shaped part of the renal tubule, with one ascending and one descending limb.
  • It is closely associated with a capillary network called vasa recta that runs parallel to it.
  • As the flow of filtrate through the two limbs of Henle’s loop happens in opposite direction, it gives rise to a counter-current mechanism.

Additional Information

  • Mammalian species living in arid regions have highly efficient Henle’s loop for water conservation in the body.

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