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If a star ended its main-sequence life with about 2.1 solar masses,the remnant would likely be a


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Osmoreceptor Cells

Specialized cells in the hypothalamus that detect changes in plasma osmolarity and regulate the body's water balance.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus, responsible for regulating many bodily functions including hunger, thirst, sleep, and emotional activity, through the secretion of hormones.

ADH

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also known as vasopressin, regulates water balance in the body by reducing urine production.

Hypersecretion

A condition where glands produce an excessive amount of a substance, often leading to various disorders.

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