What is the primary regulatory mechanism to maintain water balance in the body?

a. Control of water intake through thirst
b. Control of sweating
c. Control of output through regulation of urine production by the kidney
d. Oral metering
e. Control of insensible water loss


C

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What will be an ideal response?

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