Which cells of the collecting duct are primarily responsible for water reabsorption under the influence of antidiuretic hormone?
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Correct answer: Principal cells
Principal cells in the collecting duct respond to antidiuretic hormone (ADH). ADH increases water permeability, allowing more water to be reabsorbed into the bloodstream.
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