Osmoreceptors assist in controlling homeostasis of body fluids by:
A) causing the anterior pituitary gland to secrete increased amounts of ACTH, thus decreasing more fluids.
B) causing the posterior pituitary to stop releasing ADH.
C) decreasing the function of the pons and reducing fluid losses.
D) working in the hypothalamus to trigger a conscious sense of dry mouth and thirst.
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