Glucose is actively reabsorbed in the proximal convoluted tubule.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B False
Glucose Re-absorption:
Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) has simple cuboidal epithelium containing microvilli (brush-border cells) which increases absorptive surface area for re-absorption.
Glucose is actively reabsorbed in PCT along with other ions, whereas water is passively reabsorbed in PCT.
Most of the filtered Glucose re-absorption occurs via the action of sodium-glucose ion transporter.
Final answer: The given statement is true.

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(a) proximal convoluted tubule

(b) descending limbs of loop of Henle.

(d) distal convoluted tubule.

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(b) ADH helps in waterelimination, making the urine hypotonic.

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(e) Glucose is actively reabsorbed inthe proximal convoluted tubule.

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