Asked by MOLINA GUTRIDGE on Apr 28, 2024

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An increase in ADH (antidiuretic hormone) secretion will cause

A) the intestines to absorb more water.
B) the kidney tubules to retain more water.
C) a person to drink more water.
D) All of the choices are correct.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that regulates the body's retention of water by increasing the concentration of urine.

Kidney Tubules

A series of tubes in the kidney where urine is formed through the processes of filtration, reabsorption, and secretion.

Intestines

The section of the alimentary canal extending from the stomach to the anus, involved in nutrient absorption and waste processing.

  • Clarify the role of ADH (antidiuretic hormone) and how it is managed biologically.
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Shannon VictoriaMay 03, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
ADH primarily acts on the kidney tubules, making them more permeable to water, which leads to increased water reabsorption and retention in the body, thus concentrating the urine and reducing urine volume.