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Which of the following statements is incorrect about the PCT of a nephron?

A

It is lined by simple cuboidal brush bordered epithelium

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PCT helps to maintain the pH and ionic balance of the body fluids

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C

70-80% of electrolytes and water are reabsorbed in the peritubular capillaries around this segment

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D

Selective absorption of hydrogen ions, ammonia and creatinine occurs in this segment

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Solution

The correct option is D Selective absorption of hydrogen ions, ammonia and creatinine occurs in this segment
Selective secretion of hydrogen ions, ammonia and creatinine occurs in this segment.

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(i) Re-absorption of water occurs passively in the initial segment of nephron.
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(iv) DCT reabsorbs

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I. Ascending limb of Henles loop is permeable to water
II. Tubular cells secrete substance like

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and ammonia into filtrate
III. There is maximum reabsorption in Henles loop
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(ii) Large amount of water could be reabsorbed by it to produce concentrated urine.
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