Chapter 14 Water and Major Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
Water (function)
A
Functions
Regulation of body temperature
a. Water absorbs heat and moves away from body core
b. Evaporates or sweat
Solvent for digestions
a. Hydrolysis
Lubrication
a. Saliva – aids ability to swallow food
b. Mucus – in GI
c. Joints
d. Eyeballs
