Aldosterone A) Is released from the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex B) Increases Na⁺ reabsorption and therefore, water reabsorption in the kidneys C) Increases K⁺ and H⁺ excretion into the urine D) All of the choices are correct

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Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex. It increases sodium reabsorption and water retention in the kidneys while promoting potassium and hydrogen ion excretion.