Which of the following statements on urine production is not correct?

Biology

WAEC 1988

A. Concentrated urine is produced under the control of antidiuretic hormone
B. The total volume of urine produced depends on the need for water excretion
C. if there is excess intake of water, dilute urine is expected
D. if there is a shortage of water in the body the volume of the urine produced is decreased
E. in the presence of antidiuretic hormone dilute urine is produced

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Correct Answer: Option E

Explanation

- Antidiuretic hormone binds to receptors on cells in the collecting ducts of the kidney and promotes reabsorption of water back into the circulation.

- Its most important role is to conserve the fluid volume of your body by reducing the amount of water passed out in the urine.

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