Which of These Situations Happens When Water Is Lost from the ECF

question 208

Multiple Choice

Which of these situations happens when water is lost from the ECF but electrolytes are retained

• A)Both ECF and ICF become more dilute.
• B)Osmosis moves water from the ICF to the ECF.
• C)The osmolarity of the ECF drops.
• D)There is an increase in the volume of the ICF.

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