Water can be lost from the body through what organ systems? 1. Gastrointestinal tract 2. Liver 3. Lungs 4. Skin
a. 1, 2, and 3 only
b. 1, 3, and 4 only
c. 2 and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
ANS: B
Water may be lost from the body through the skin, lungs, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract.
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