The Increase in Extracellular Osmolality Would Cause

question 53

Multiple Choice

The increase in extracellular osmolality would cause

• A) water to move out of the cells.
• B) water to move into the cells.
• C) no change in the net movement of water into or out of the cells.

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Definitions:

Upper Limb

The upper limb refers to the part of the human body extending from the shoulder to the hand, including the arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, and fingers.

Sacroiliac Joint

The joint between the sacrum, at the base of the spine, and the iliac bones of the pelvis, which helps support and stabilize the body's weight.

Ilium

The broad, upper part of the pelvic bone, important for its role in weight bearing and muscle attachment.

Auricular Surface

a specific part of the ilium in the pelvic bone that connects with the sacrum to form the sacroiliac joint.