Acids, Bases and Salt Ions in the Body - Dentistry Lec.2
18 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary function of electrolytes in the body?

  • To promote the absorption of nutrients
  • To maintain the body's pH balance
  • To regulate blood pressure
  • To facilitate muscle action and nerve transmission (correct)

    • Which of the following can lead to an imbalance of electrolytes in the body?

  • Maintaining a healthy fluid intake
  • Consuming a high-sodium diet (correct)
  • Engaging in regular exercise
  • Avoiding medications that affect electrolyte levels

    • What is the approximate percentage of total body water that is found in the intracellular fluid (ICF) compartment?

  • 50%
  • 67% (correct)
  • 33%
  • 20%

    • How do electrolyte levels typically change as a person ages?

    <p>Electrolyte levels decrease as a person grows older</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common cause of electrolyte imbalance?

    <p>Consuming a high-fiber diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the extracellular fluid (ECF) and intracellular fluid (ICF) compartments?

    <p>The ECF is located outside of cells, while the ICF is located inside cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main organ concerned with excretion in the body?

    <p>Kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a hypertonic solution?

    <p>A solution with higher solute concentration than another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most abundant mineral in the body?

    <p>Calcium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mineral primarily functions in blood clotting, neurotransmitter release, and muscle contraction?

    <p>Calcium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do sodium ions primarily influence in the body?

    <p>Blood pressure and volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which electrolyte acts as a cofactor for enzymes within cells?

    <p>Magnesium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the extracellular fluid (ECF) is comprised of interstitial fluid?

    <p>Approximately 80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is responsible for osmotic activity in body fluids?

    <p>Electrolytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the net movement of solute from an area of high concentration to an area of lower concentration called?

    <p>Diffusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of extracellular fluids (ECF)?

    <p>Intracellular fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process regulates the exchange of water between intracellular fluid (ICF) and extracellular fluid (ECF)?

    <p>Hydrostatic and osmotic pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the net movement of water from an area of low solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration called?

    <p>Osmosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser