Which are primarily responsible for maintaining the salinity gradient of the renal medulla?
A)cortical nephrons
B)juxtamedullary nephrons
C)collecting ducts
D)proximal convoluted tubules
E)distal convoluted tubules

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Juxtamedullary nephrons have long loops of Henle that extend deep into the renal medulla, playing a crucial role in establishing and maintaining the salinity gradient necessary for concentrating urine.

Which Are Primarily Responsible for Maintaining the Salinity Gradient of the Renal