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Which of the following statements accurately describes the distribution of body fluids in a healthy adult?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the distribution of body fluids in a healthy adult?
- ECF represents two-thirds of total body water, while ICF accounts for the remaining one-third.
- Plasma makes up 15% of body composition, interstitial fluid (ISF) constitutes 5%, and ICF accounts for the remaining percentage.
- ICF accounts for about 40% of body weight, and ECF comprises 20% of body weight, with the remaining 40% being solids. (correct)
- Intracellular fluid (ICF) constitutes approximately 60% of total body composition, while extracellular fluid (ECF) makes up 40%.
Considering the physiological variations in total body water (TBW), which of the following scenarios would typically result in the highest percentage of TBW?
Considering the physiological variations in total body water (TBW), which of the following scenarios would typically result in the highest percentage of TBW?
- An elderly individual with a high percentage of body fat.
- A young child with a proportionally higher amount of active protoplasm. (correct)
- An adult female, compared to a male of similar age and body composition.
- An obese adult with a body mass index (BMI) over 30.
What is the primary physiological significance of water's ionizing property in the human body?
What is the primary physiological significance of water's ionizing property in the human body?
- It facilitates the digestion and absorption of nutrients.
- It enables the dissociation into OH- and H⁺, crucial for various physiological processes. (correct)
- It directly regulates body temperature through sweat production.
- It enhances tactile sensations throughout the body.
In a scenario where an individual experiences a significant loss of electrolytes, which of the following compensatory mechanisms would be least effective in maintaining fluid balance?
In a scenario where an individual experiences a significant loss of electrolytes, which of the following compensatory mechanisms would be least effective in maintaining fluid balance?
If the body's water content drops below 40% of the total body weight, which of the following would most likely occur?
If the body's water content drops below 40% of the total body weight, which of the following would most likely occur?
Which statement accurately relates body water to thermoregulation?
Which statement accurately relates body water to thermoregulation?
Considering the role of water in the transport of nutrients, which of the following scenarios would be most directly compromised by a deficiency in body water?
Considering the role of water in the transport of nutrients, which of the following scenarios would be most directly compromised by a deficiency in body water?
How does the concept of 'active protoplasm' relate to the statement that 'TBW is higher in infants and young children'?
How does the concept of 'active protoplasm' relate to the statement that 'TBW is higher in infants and young children'?
Which of the following properties of body water is most directly involved in maintaining the structural integrity and flexibility of tissues?
Which of the following properties of body water is most directly involved in maintaining the structural integrity and flexibility of tissues?
Considering the impact of water on metabolic processes, which of the following reactions is most directly dependent on sufficient water availability?
Considering the impact of water on metabolic processes, which of the following reactions is most directly dependent on sufficient water availability?
If a researcher aims to study the influence of age on total body water (TBW), which comparative analysis would provide the most insightful data?
If a researcher aims to study the influence of age on total body water (TBW), which comparative analysis would provide the most insightful data?
Which of the following reflects the most comprehensive understanding of the role that body water plays in waste removal?
Which of the following reflects the most comprehensive understanding of the role that body water plays in waste removal?
Which scenario most accurately describes how water's role as a solvent contributes to human physiology?
Which scenario most accurately describes how water's role as a solvent contributes to human physiology?
Predict the likely effect on body water composition if an individual with a normal body weight suddenly becomes obese?
Predict the likely effect on body water composition if an individual with a normal body weight suddenly becomes obese?
Which statement captures the essence of why water is indispensable for cellular functions?
Which statement captures the essence of why water is indispensable for cellular functions?
Consider a scenario where an individual is administered a diuretic. What direct effect would this likely have on their body fluid compartments?
Consider a scenario where an individual is administered a diuretic. What direct effect would this likely have on their body fluid compartments?
How would the body regulate TBW if someone consumed high salty foods everyday?
How would the body regulate TBW if someone consumed high salty foods everyday?
How does the lower TBW in females compare to males relate to body composition?
How does the lower TBW in females compare to males relate to body composition?
Why is the statement 'Water is essential for all types of sensation' incorrect?
Why is the statement 'Water is essential for all types of sensation' incorrect?
What is the correct combination of the composition of the human body?
What is the correct combination of the composition of the human body?
Flashcards
Human body components
Human body components
Water, others (proteins, fats, electrolytes).
Water percentage in body
Water percentage in body
About 60% of body weight.
Others percentage in body
Others percentage in body
About 40% of body weight.
Protein percentage
Protein percentage
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Fat percentage
Fat percentage
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Electrolyte percentage
Electrolyte percentage
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Water distribution
Water distribution
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TBW physiological variation
TBW physiological variation
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Importance of body water
Importance of body water
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Study Notes
Composition of Human Body
- The composition of the human body is presented by Dr. Eman.i. elgizawy, Assistant professor of physiology department
Body Composition Breakdown
- Water makes up 60% of body weight (BW)
- Other components comprise 40% of BW
- Protein accounts for 18% of BW
- Fats are 15% of BW
- Electrolytes constitute 7% of BW
Body Fluid Compartments
- A normal adult young male weighing 70kg has 60% of his body weight as water
- Total Body weight water is distributed in two major compartments
- Intracellular Fluid (ICF) constitutes 40% of body composition (2/3 BW)
- Extracellular Fluid (ECF) makes up 20% of body composition (1/3 BW)
- Interstitial Fluid (ISF) constitutes 15%
- Plasma constitutes 5%
Physiological Variations in TBW
- In infants and young children, TBW is higher (about 70%) than in adults due to active protoplasm, and it decreases progressively
- In old age TBW is lower (about 52%), so they are seriously affected by dehydration
- Women have lower TBW (about 50%) than adults due to higher fat content
- Individuals with higher body weight have lesser TBW
Importance of Body Water
- Water makes up at least 40% of TBW in any living organism
- Water as a solvent aids digestion, absorption, secretion, and excretion
- Water is an ionizing property, and can dissociate into OH- and H+
- Water is essential for all sensations, except tactile ones
- Water helps with body temperature regulation
- Water is also what makes tissue pliable and flexible
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