When Thirst Is Experienced, How Are Osmoreceptors Activated

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Multiple Choice

When thirst is experienced, how are osmoreceptors activated?

• A)By an increase in the antidiuretic hormone secreted into the plasma
• B)By an increase in aldosterone secreted into the plasma
• C)By an increase in the hydrostatic pressure of the plasma
• D)By an increase in the osmotic pressure of the plasma

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