Explain why the filtrate becomes hypotonic as it flows through the ascending limb of the

Chapter 25, Problem 20

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Explain why the filtrate becomes hypotonic as it flows through the ascending limb of the nephron loop. Also explain why the filtrate at the bend of the nephron loop (and the interstitial fluid of the deep portions of the medulla) is hypertonic.

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