When is the thirst mechanism NOT invoked?
A) when the plasma osmolarity increases
B) when the plasma osmolarity decreases
C) when hypothalamic osmoreceptors are activated

Name: When is the thirst mechanism NOT invoked? A) when the plasma osmolarity increases B) when the plasma osmolarity decreases C) when hypothalamic osmoreceptors are activated
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The thirst mechanism is not invoked when plasma osmolarity decreases because there is no need to increase fluid intake to dilute the blood.

When Is the Thirst Mechanism NOT Invoked