One of the effects of aldosterone is the
A)excretion of water and osmosis of potassium ions into the blood.
B)excretion of potassium ions and osmosis of water into the blood.
C)excretion of calcium ions and potassium ions.
D)excretion of bicarbonate ions and osmosis of water into the blood.

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Aldosterone promotes the reabsorption of sodium ions and the excretion of potassium ions in the kidneys, leading to an increase in blood volume and blood pressure. This process also results in osmosis of water into the blood to maintain osmotic balance, as the excreted potassium ions are replaced by sodium ions.

One of the Effects of Aldosterone Is the