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(a) Glomerulus
(b) - Has counter current flow to maintain a steep concentration gradient for maximum re-absorption of salts and water
- U shaped and long to increase surface area for water re-absorption
- Numerous mitochondria for re-absorption of sodium salts by active transport
- Highly vascularized to enhance re-absorption of water.
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