Which of the following statements is correct regarding excretion by the human kidney?

  • A
    The descending limb of the loop of Henle is impermeable to water.
  • B
    The distal convoluted tubule is incapable of reabsorbing $HCO_3^-$.
  • C
    Nearly $99\%$ of the glomerular filtrate is reabsorbed by the renal tubules.
  • D
    The ascending limb of the loop of Henle is impermeable to electrolytes.

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