Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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Chapter 26 - The Urinary System - Figure 26.13 - Page 999: 1

Answer

The electrochemical gradient enables the movement of Na+ cations into tubule cells through the antiporters of the apical membrane.

Work Step by Step

In the PCT for every H+ secreted into the tubular fluid, one HCO- anion and one Na+ cation are resorbed.
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