Which of the following statements best describes electrolytes in extracellular and intracellular fluid?
1. There is a greater concentration of sodium in extracellular fluid and a greater concentration of potassium in intracellular fluid.
2. There is equal movement of sodium and potassium between intracellular and extracellular fluids.
3. There is a greater concentration of potassium in extracellular fluid and a greater concentration of sodium in intracellular fluid.
4. There is an equal concentration of sodium and potassium in intracellular and extracellular fluids.
ANS: 1
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