List seven functions of water in the body
The Functions of Water in the Body
· Transports nutrients throughout the body
• Carries away waste from the blood and body tissues
• Moistens eyes, mouth, and nose
• Hydrates skin
• Ensures adequate blood volume
• Forms main component of body fluids
• Participates in many chemical reactions
• Helps maintain normal body temperature
• Acts as a lubricant around joints
• Serves as a shock absorber inside the spinal cord and in the amniotic sac surrounding a fetus
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a. Circumventricular organs b. the Limbic System c. the Gustatory System d. the Olfactory System
Which denotes a high correlation?
a. .2 b. .4 c. .6 d. .8
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a. diarrhea. b. vomiting. c. pancreatitis. d. celiac disease.
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a. lipid profile. b. circulating fat count. c. personal lipids count. d. degenerative disease assessment.