Asked by Keredin Muktar on Jul 21, 2024
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In the morning, urine tends to be concentrated because _______ secretion of ADH _______.
A) liver; increases
B) heart; decreases
C) pituitary gland; increases
D) pituitary gland; decreases
E) thyroid gland; increases
Pituitary Gland
A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, responsible for releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.
ADH Secretion
The release of antidiuretic hormone, which helps regulate water balance in the body by controlling the concentration of urine.
Concentrated Urine
Urine that has a higher concentration of solutes due to reduced water content, often indicative of dehydration or renal function.
- Elucidate the role of hormones in maintaining water and salt equilibrium in the body.
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MUHINDER PannirselvamJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In the morning, urine is more concentrated because the secretion of Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) from the pituitary gland increases, leading to more water being reabsorbed by the kidneys and thus less water in the urine.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the role of hormones in maintaining water and salt equilibrium in the body.