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Which of the Following Is Not a Primary Function of the Loop

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Which of the following is not a primary function of the loop of Henle?


A) The loop of Henle reabsorbs water from the tubule fluid in its descending limb.
B) In addition to reabsorption, the loop of Henle secretes hydrogen ions.
C) By reabsorbing salt from its ascending limb, it makes the tubule fluid hypotonic.
D) Reabsorption of salt in the ascending limb also creates and maintains a high osmotic pressure.

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