Asked by alysa butera on May 07, 2024

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The hormone that controls the concentration of urine is ____.

A) insulin
B) glucagon
C) antidiuretic hormone
D) thyroxine
E) epinephrine

Urine Concentration

The process by which the kidneys regulate the electrolyte balance and water content in the body by adjusting the volume and concentration of urine.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone also known as vasopressin that helps control the balance of water in the body by reducing the amount of water excreted in the urine.

Insulin

Pancreatic hormone that encourages uptake of glucose by target cells; lowers level of glucose in the blood.

  • Discuss how hormones manage urine concentration and volume.
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tiara jinkaMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also called vasopressin, controls the concentration of urine by regulating the amount of water reabsorbed by the kidneys. ADH is produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland in response to changes in blood osmolarity.