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Because of countercurrent multiplication, the loop of Henle is able to establish a vertical osmotic gradient in the renal medulla up to 1,200 mOsm/liter, despite the fact that the active salt pump of the ascending limb is only able to produce a 200 mOsm/liter osmotic gradient at each horizontal level.
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