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Physiology of Body Fluids

Physiology

An overview of body fluid composition, distribution between compartments, and their physiological functions in maintaining homeostasis.

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10 Questions Medium Ages 16+ Oct 8, 2026

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1 What percentage of total body weight in humans is typically represented by total body water (TBW)?
  • A 10-20%
  • B 45-75%
  • C 80-90%
  • D 5-10%
2 What is the approximate pH level of Extracellular Fluid (ECF)?
  • A 7.0
  • B 6.8
  • C 7.4
  • D 8.0
3 Which substance is found in high quantities in Intracellular Fluid (ICF)?
  • A Sodium
  • B Potassium
  • C Bicarbonate
  • D Glucose
4 Which of the following is a primary component of Extracellular Fluid (ECF)?
  • A Proteins
  • B Magnesium
  • C Sodium
  • D Phosphates
5 What is the primary function of water inside cells regarding tissue structure?
  • A Temperature regulation
  • B Energy production
  • C Maintaining form and texture
  • D Digestion
6 What is the pH level of Intracellular Fluid (ICF)?
  • A 7.0
  • B 7.4
  • C 7.8
  • D 6.5
7 Which of these is considered an Extracellular Fluid (ECF) compartment?
  • A Cytoplasm
  • B Plasma
  • C Nucleus
  • D Endoplasmic Reticulum
8 Water plays a vital role in which physiological process related to body balance?
  • A Maintaining normal body temperature
  • B Bone density
  • C Vision
  • D Hair growth
9 What fraction of the total body is composed of fluids?
  • A Less than 1/3
  • B Exactly 1/2
  • C More than 2/3
  • D 1/4
10 Which of the following is found in high quantities in Intracellular Fluid (ICF)?
  • A Chlorides
  • B Oxygen
  • C Proteins
  • D Fatty acids
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