The adrenal hormone,aldosterone,regulates kidney function by
A)reducing the blood flow to the kidney.
B)stimulating active reabsorption of sodium,decreasing its excretion.
C)increasing the permeability of the collecting duct to urea.
D)increasing the permeability of the collecting duct to salt.
E)triggering a sensation of thirst.

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Aldosterone stimulates the active reabsorption of sodium, decreasing its excretion. This results in increased water reabsorption, leading to increased blood volume and pressure.

The Adrenal Hormone,aldosterone,regulates Kidney Function by