Multiple choice

Aldosterone causes ______________ by the kidneys

  1. loss of sodium ions

  2. loss of water

  3. reabsorption of sodium ions

  4. both A and B
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Aldosterone is a mineralocorticoid that acts on the distal tubules of the kidney to promote the reabsorption of sodium ions, which in turn leads to water retention.

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