ECOLOGY
EXCRETORY PRODUCTS AND THEIR ELIMINATION
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Question
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A diuretic is which of the following?
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a substance that causes water retention
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a substance that causes increased urine production
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a drug that may be administered in order to prevent water excretion in the urine
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a drug that may be administered in order to reduce water loss through sweating
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Diuretics or “water pills” are medicines that stimulate urine production (cause you to pee). They work by releasing extra sodium (salt) and water from your kidneys. They are often used to treat high blood pressure because the release of fluid in the body can also relieve the amount of pressure in your blood vessels.
Detailed explanation-2: -Types of diuretics include: Thiazide diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide® or Oretic®) or chlorthalidone (Hygroton® or Thalitone®).
Detailed explanation-3: -A diuretic (/ˌdaɪjʊˈrɛtɪk/) is any substance that promotes diuresis, the increased production of urine. This includes forced diuresis. A diuretic tablet is sometimes colloquially called a water tablet.
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