The sensation of thirst results from

A. an increase in the plasma volume.
B. hypertension (increased blood pressure).
C. stimulation of osmoreceptor cells in the hypothalamus.
D. a decrease in the osmolality of the extracellular fluid.
E. stimulation of baroreceptors.


C

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