Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
Anatomy & Physiology (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134156415
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 25, Problem 2SAQ
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The mechanism for the thirst and the factors responsible for triggering and termination of thirst.

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