Aldosterone
A) is secreted in response to decreased levels of potassium in the blood.
B) promotes sodium retention in the kidneys.
C) helps decrease blood volume and lower blood pressure.
D) regulates blood calcium levels.
E) regulates water reabsorption in the kidneys.
Question 2
Which of the following statements is true concerning differences between the right and left ventricles?
A) The right ventricle pumps with more force compared to the left.
B) The left ventricles pumps twice as much blood as the right ventricle.
C) The right ventricles pumps blood to the body, whereas the left ventricle pumps blood to the lungs.
D) The right ventricle is conical-shaped while the left ventricle is half-moon shaped.
E) The efficiency of the right ventricle is increased by the left ventricle because the wall of the left ventricle pushes into the right ventricle.