Semifnals

Question 1

balance of fluid and electrolytes is crucial in physiological process including

Answer 1

nerve transmission
muscle contraction
maintaining blood pressure

Question 2

what are the key functions of water or body fluid/water

Answer 2

1. Homeostatis: Regulation of body temperature, PH balance and fluid compartment ex. when hot environment occurs sweating
2. Transport: it transport nutrient, oxygen and hormones to cells via blood and lympathic system.
3. Cellular metabolism: water is medium for biochemical reactions, including metabolism, digestion and energy production, Participates also in hydrolysis which means breaking down larger molecules into smaller molecules.
4. lubrication and protection: Joints, organs and tissue
5. Circular and blood pressure: water balance healps to maintain the volume of extracellular fluid (including blood plasma) which is crucial in proper circulation and tissue perfusion