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How does water in synovial fluid protect bones that articulate?
By reducing friction between the bones
What role does mucus play in protecting body tissues?
Mucus helps protect tissues from injuries
How does cerebrospinal fluid help protect the brain?
By helping to maintain a protective environment around the brain
What is the importance of maintaining a consistent body temperature of approximately 37˚C?
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How does sweating help regulate body temperature?
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What is the primary function of water in the body's regulation of internal temperature?
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What happens to the body when its temperature deviates by just 0.5˚C?
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Why do doctors recommend drinking plenty of fluids during infections?
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What happens to the production of urine when blood volume and pressure is low?
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What is a symptom of mild dehydration?
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What is a potential consequence of chronic dehydration?
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Why do the kidneys need water to function properly?
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What is a sign of hydration in urine colour?
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Which age groups are especially vulnerable to dehydration?
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What happens to waste products in urine when an individual is dehydrated?
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What can cause an excessive loss of water?
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What is the fate of excess energy derived from the synthesis of fatty acids using Acetyl CoA?
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How can variations in genes related to alcohol metabolism affect an individual's risk for alcohol dependence?
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Which uncomfortable symptoms may individuals with a specific genetic variation of aldehyde dehydrogenase experience due to acetaldehyde buildup?
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What is a proposed reason for the occurrence of hangovers?
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How can the direct effect of alcohol on gastrointestinal and other systems contribute to hangovers?
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In individuals with a genetic difference in aldehyde dehydrogenase, what uncomfortable symptom is believed to contribute towards a lower risk for alcohol dependence?
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How do individuals with a specific genetic variation of aldehyde dehydrogenase process acetaldehyde after alcohol consumption?
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What is the overall effect of the buildup of acetaldehyde in individuals with a genetic variation affecting alcohol metabolism?
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What is the primary reason why caffeine should only be consumed under the recommendation of a doctor?
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What is the natural source of caffeine?
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What is the effect of caffeine on the central nervous system?
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According to a review of meta-analyses, what is the probable effect of coffee intake on cardiovascular disease?
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What is a potential side effect of caffeine?
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What is the diuretic effect of caffeine?
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Why should caution be taken in interpreting the results of the study on coffee intake?
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What is a potential benefit of coffee consumption?
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Which of these studies focuses on the effects of alcohol and coronary heart disease?
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Which study discusses the implications of water decolonization?
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Which study discusses the positive and negative health effects of alcohol?
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Which study focuses on the chemical composition of the adult human body?
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Which study discusses type of alcohol consumed and mortality from all causes, coronary heart disease, and cancer?
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Which study discusses coffee and health outcomes?
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Which study discusses data quality from a community-based, water-quality monitoring project in the Yukon River Basin?
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Which study is a meta-analysis on alcohol and coronary heart disease?
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