If the Osmolarity of Intracellular Fluid (ICF) Is Higher Than

question 20

Multiple Choice

If the osmolarity of intracellular fluid (ICF) is higher than that of extracellular fluid (ECF) , what is the tonicity of the blood?

• A) The blood is isotonic to the ICF.
• B) The blood is hypotonic to the ICF.
• C) The blood is hypertonic to the ICF.
• D) The blood is hypertonic to the ECF.

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