Removal of the posterior pituitary will immediately cause
A) a decrease in urine volume.
B) an increase in urine volume.
C) no change in urine volume.

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The posterior pituitary gland secretes antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which helps the kidneys manage the amount of water in the body. Removing the posterior pituitary would lead to a decrease in ADH levels, causing the kidneys to retain less water and thus increase urine volume.

Removal of the Posterior Pituitary Will Immediately Cause