By Inference of Reading This Chapter, It Can Be Concluded

question 155

Multiple Choice

By inference of reading this chapter, it can be concluded that biological water (water in living organisms) constitutes what percentage of water in the Earth system?

• A) much less than 1%
• B) 10%
• C) 20%
• D) 30%
• E) impossible to estimate

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Definitions:

Polyhydramnios

An excessive accumulation of amniotic fluid during pregnancy, which can lead to complications for both the mother and fetus.

Fetal Renal Malformations

Abnormalities in the development of the kidneys or urinary tract of a fetus, which can affect kidney function.

Preterm Delivery

The birth of a baby at fewer than 37 weeks' gestational age, which may pose health risks to the newborn.

Placental Insufficiency

A condition in pregnancy where the placenta fails to deliver an adequate supply of nutrients and oxygen to the fetus.