Chemical Coordination and integration — BIOLOGY STD 11 Science — Question
Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceBIOLOGYChemical Coordination and integration1 Mark
Question
Why is the hormone ADH also known as antidiuretic hormone?
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Answer
Since ADH stimulates the reabsorption of water and electrolytes by the distal tubules and thereby prevents diuresis i.e., excess loss of water in urine, it is also known as antidiuretic hormone.
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