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bobthebuilder

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The median preoptic nucleus
 
  a. plays a role in feeding regulation in humans.
  b. integrates most thirst-related stimuli.
  c. is sensitive to neural signals generated by stomach stretch receptors.
  d. is sensitive to information from the amygdala.
  e. mediates the aversive aspect of intense thirst.

Question 2

An important physiological effect of angiotensin is to
 
  a. end the consumption of water after a thirst episode.
  b. release hormones that cause the kidneys to excrete water and sodium.
  c. decrease blood pressure.
  d. promote the consumption of salt.
  e. suppress food intake.



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amandalm

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b. integrates most thirst-related stimuli.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d. promote the consumption of salt.




bobthebuilder

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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