Most of the nephron's cells contain a large amount of ...

Most of the nephron’s cells contain a large amount of mitochondria, especially the proximal tubule, ascending loop of Henle and distal tubule. The reason is that these cells perform which of the following functions?

A. filtration

B. diffusion

C. osmosis

D. active transport

Select your answer:

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