A Decrease in the Amount of Water in the Body

question 18

Multiple Choice

A decrease in the amount of water in the body is known as

• A) Edema
• B) Acidosis
• C) Epistaxis
• D) Dehydration

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Definitions:

Splenic Flexure

The part of the colon that bends near the spleen, connecting the transverse colon to the descending colon.

Colon

A part of the large intestine that absorbs water and salts from food and plays a crucial role in the digestive system.

Mastication

The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.

Hepatic Flexure

The hepatic flexure is the bend in the colon near the liver, marking the transition from the ascending colon to the transverse colon.