The loop of Henle acts as a counter-current multiplier by using energy to create an osmotic gradient, which enables water reabsorption and the production of concentrated urine.
The loop of Henle functions as a counter-current multiplier by using energy to establish an osmotic gradient, which facilitates water reabsorption and produces concentrated urine.
| Front | Explain how the loop of Henle acts as a counter current multiplier to achieve its role. |
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| Back | Counter current multiplier - uses energy to produce osmotic gradient that allows the reabsorption of water to & production of concentrated urine |
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