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

1. The kidney is the main regulator of sodium in the body.
2. Plasma proteins are the main water-pushing force in the blood capillaries.
3. Plasma proteins are the main water-pulling force in the blood capillaries.
4. Capillary blood pressure is the main water-pushing force in the blood capillaries.
5. Capillary blood pressure is the main water-pulling force in the blood capillaries.


1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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