________ is the hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that stimulates the kidneys to retain ________ and maintains blood volume and blood pressure. 

A. Aldosterone; potassium ions
B. Parathormone; calcium ions
C. Aldosterone; sodium ions
D. Cortisol; glucose


Answer: C

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