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Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 36.5, Problem 4CYL
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The adaptation of mammalian kidney to dry and wet environment.

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Nephrons are the structural unit of the kidney. Nephrons have long loops of Henle which are inserted deep into the renal medulla. These long loops are responsible for the maintenance of high salt concentration in the medullary interstitial fluid.

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