tissue fluid reabsorption Flashcards
1
Q
what remains in the capillaries after ultrafiltration
A
large molecules
2
Q
what is created if only large molecules are left in the capillaries
A
a lowered water potential
3
Q
what is lowered towards the venule end
A
the hydrostatic pressure
4
Q
towards the venule end____
A
hydrostatic pressure is lowered
5
Q
why is hydrostatic pressure lowered toward the venule end
A
due to the loss of liquid
6
Q
why does water re enter the capillaries by osmosis
A
water potential is low/negative
7
Q
how does water re enter the capillaries
A
osmosis
