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Emily Siscel
on Oct 17, 2024
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The composition of extracellular fluid has little affect on intracellular fluid amounts.
Extracellular Fluid
The fluid that exists outside the cells, providing a medium for the transport of substances and facilitating cellular interactions.
Intracellular Fluid
The fluid contained within the cells, making up about two-thirds of the total body water content and providing a medium for cellular processes.
- Comprehend the physiological reactions and adjustments in response to alterations in water and electrolyte equilibrium.
- Understand the significance of electrolyte concentrations within and outside cells on bodily functions.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the physiological reactions and adjustments in response to alterations in water and electrolyte equilibrium.
- Understand the significance of electrolyte concentrations within and outside cells on bodily functions.