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प्रश्न
Differentiate between Malpighian capsule and Loop of Henle (location).
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उत्तर
Malpighian capsule: The Malpighian capsule is located in the cortical portion of the kidney.
Loop of Henle: The Loop of Henle originates in the medulla and twins back into the cortex before entering the kidney's distal convoluted area.
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Cortex, medulla, loop of Henle, hilum
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- Where is the most water reabsorbed?
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- How is hydrostatic pressure created?
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- Name two important constituents of urine.

