Certain substances, like caffeine and citrus juices, are classified as diuretics. This means that they cause diuresis in the kidneys. What effect will diuretics have on the urinary system?
A) They increase volume of urine excreted.
B) They decrease volume of urine excreted.
C) They increase amount of urea produced.
D) They decrease GFR.
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