In the ascending limb of the nephron loop the .
A) thin segment is not permeable to sodium and chloride
B) thick segment is permeable to water
C) thick segment moves ions out into interstitial spaces for reabsorption
D) thin segment is freely permeable to water

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The thick segment of the ascending limb of the nephron loop actively transports sodium and chloride ions out into the interstitial fluid, which is crucial for the kidney's ability to concentrate urine.

In the Ascending Limb of the Nephron Loop the