The juxtamedullary nephrons _ .
A) have a nephron loop that penetrates deep into the renal medulla, and play an important role in concentrating urine
B) have a nephron loop that penetrates deep into the renal medulla
C) are located almost entirely within the renal cortex
D) are most numerous
E) play an important role in concentrating urine

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Juxtamedullary nephrons have a nephron loop that penetrates deep into the renal medulla and are crucial for the process of concentrating urine, distinguishing them from cortical nephrons which are primarily located in the cortex and are more numerous.

The Juxtamedullary Nephrons _