DP SEHS A.2.1 Water and electrolyte balance

Front

What happens to the body's electrolyte balance when the kidneys absorb more water?

Back

It is maintained

Front

Where is water reclaimed from during water resorption? Options: Bloodstream, Lymphatic system, Digestive tract

Back

Tubular fluid (pre-urine)

Front

What is the consequence of increased water availability in ECF?

Back

Decreased thirst

Front

What is the primary function of ADH in the body?

Back

To retain fluids and reduce urine production

Front

What does the red arrow in the diagram represent?

Back

Active transport

Front

Into which part of the kidney does the filtered fluid move after the glomerulus?

Back

Descending loop of Henle

Front

Which part of the nephron is impermeable to electrolytes? Options: Ascending loop of Henle, Descending loop of Henle, Collecting duct, Glomerulus

Back

Descending loop of Henle

Front

Which process in the nephron involves active transport? Options: Filtration, Reabsorption of NaCl, Secretion of urea, Reabsorption of water

Back

Reabsorption of NaCl

Front

What is the primary function of the glomerulus?

Back

Filtration of blood

Front

What percentage of dehydration can negatively affect athletic performance?

Back

1%.