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Biology
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ISBN: 9780134813448
Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 36.5, Problem 1HYEW
Summary Introduction

To explain:

The reason for excess urine excretion after the alcohol consumption.

Introduction:

ADH (Antidiuretic hormone) is produced by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland secretes this hormone. ADH is responsible in the reabsorption of water during the urine formation.

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