Question

The proximal convoluted tubules are continuous with the ascending limb of the nephron loop.

o True
o False

Answer 1

The proximal convoluted tubules are followed by the descending limb of the loop of Henle, not the ascending limb; hence the statement is false.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement 'The proximal convoluted tubules are continuous with the ascending limb of the nephron loop' is false. Proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) and the loop of Henle are parts of the nephron in the kidney. The PCT, which follows the Bowman's capsule, is immediately followed by the descending limb of the loop of Henle. The loop of Henle continues with the ascending limb, which leads to the distal convoluted tubule (DCT). The collecting ducts then receive fluid from the DCTs, not the other way around. The proximal convoluted tubules are not continuous with the ascending limb of the nephron loop.