Water Movement Between the Intracellular Fluid (ICF)compartment and the Extracellular

question 1

Multiple Choice

Water movement between the intracellular fluid (ICF) compartment and the extracellular fluid (ECF) compartment is primarily a function of:

• A) Osmotic forces
• B) Plasma oncotic pressure
• C) Antidiuretic hormone
• D) Hydrostatic forces

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