The Primary Reason That Extracellular Fluid Volume Must Be Closely

question 183

Multiple Choice

The primary reason that extracellular fluid volume must be closely regulated is to

• A)prevent changes in ICF osmolarity
• B)maintain adequate urine formation
• C)maintain proper blood pressure
• D)prevent cells from swelling or shrinking
• E)allow changes in ICF volume

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Definitions:

DNA Sequence

The order of nucleotides in a segment of DNA, determining genetic information.

Active Genes

Sections of DNA that are being transcribed and translated into proteins, influencing the traits of an organism.

Heterochromatin

A tightly packed form of DNA, which is transcriptionally inactive, aiding in maintaining the DNA's structural integrity.

Euchromatin

A lightly packed form of chromatin (DNA, RNA, and protein complex) that is enriched in gene concentration and is active in transcription.