Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)

1. Water serves as an acid—base buffer, transports oxygen and fat-soluble nutrients throughout the body.

2. Adult women should consume about 12 cups of water (9 cups from beverages; 3 cups from foods) daily, whereas adult men should consume about 16 cups (13 cups from beverages; 3 cups from foods) daily.

3. Tap water, plain bottled water, and enhanced water are considered safe to drink.


1. FALSE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE

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