Which of the following statements about the reabsorption process in Henle's loop are correct?
$(a)$ The descending limb of Henle's loop is permeable to water but almost impermeable to electrolytes.
$(b)$ Urine gets concentrated in Henle's loop.
$(c)$ Reabsorption of $Na^+$ and water takes place in Henle's loop.
$(d)$ Active or passive transport of electrolytes occurs in the ascending limb of Henle's loop.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • A
    $(a)$ and $(b)$ only
  • B
    $(a)$, $(c)$ and $(d)$ only
  • C
    $(a)$, $(b)$ and $(c)$ only
  • D
    $(a)$, $(b)$ and $(d)$ only

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