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Maintaining the Volume and Composition of Extracellular Fluid Is an Essential

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Maintaining the volume and composition of extracellular fluid is an essential aspect of __________.


Definitions:

Areolar Connective Tissue

Areolar connective tissue is a loose connective tissue that supports and cushions organs, and is characterized by a matrix with collagen and elastin fibers.

Serous Acinus

A cluster of cells found in serous glands that produce watery, enzyme-rich secretions.

Mucous Acinus

A secretory unit of a gland that produces mucous, typically found in salivary glands and other mucous-secreting glands.

Acinar Cell

A cell of the exocrine glands that is responsible for producing and releasing certain substances, such as enzymes in the pancreas.

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