Textbook Question
As a percentage of body weight, the total body water tends to be higher in ________ and lower in ________ .
a. infants; men
b. women; men
c. men; infants
d. infants; women
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26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance
Fluid Balance
Back26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance
Fluid Balance
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How does angiotensin-II help to restore fluid balance when a person is dehydrated?
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A woman begins a diet and exercise regimen and loses 30 lb. Will her total body water increase, decrease, or stay the same? Why?
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Explain how the amount of water in the body affects the concentration of ions and solutes in the ECF.
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What do you think has happened to Elise's ECF volume and osmolarity over the past 3 days? Will this lead to a change in the volume of water in the cytosol of her cells? Explain.
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- Multiple ChoiceAll of the following factors would stimulate the hypothalamic thirst center EXCEPT __________.1177views4rank
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