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ZOO 101 The Excretory System Objective Question

Question

What effect does high fluid intake have on ADH secretion and urine production?
Options
A ADH is secreted, urine output decreases.
B ADH is not secreted, less water is reabsorbed, and urine output increases and is more dilute.
Correct Answer
C ADH secretion is unaffected.
D More ADH is secreted, making urine more concentrated.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When fluid intake is high, ADH is not secreted. This leads to less reabsorption of water, so urine output increases and is relatively dilute.

Hint

The body rids itself of excess water.

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