Which statement describes what is most likely happening when you feel thirsty?

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Thirst is a signal from the body indicating that it needs more water. When the body is dehydrated or the concentration of dissolved solutes in the blood is high (increased blood osmolarity), the pituitary gland releases antidiuretic hormone (ADH). ADH works by signaling the kidneys to retain water, thereby reducing urine output, not to excrete more water. This mechanism helps to dilute the blood's solute concentration back to normal levels, indirectly addressing the sensation of thirst.

Which Statement Describes What Is Most Likely Happening When You