Hydration Quiz

What percentage of the human body is made up of water?

• 60%

• 40%

• 100%

• 80%

What percentage of water makes up the human blood?

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

• 90%

How much water does an average adult carry in their body at any given time?

• 15 gallons

• 5 gallons

• 8 gallons

• 11 gallons

What are the signs of mild dehydration?

• Dark urine, extreme thirst, rapid pulse

• Dry mucus membranes, normal pulse, mild thirst

• No urine output, disorientation, tiredness

• Pale skin, rapid breathing, inability to make tears

What are the signs of severe dehydration?

• Dry mucus membranes, weak and rapid pulse, no urine output

• No urine output, disorientation, tiredness

• Dry mucus membranes, weak and rapid pulse, dark urine

• Dry mucus membranes, normal pulse, mild thirst

How much water is recommended to be consumed per day?

• 3-4 quarts

• 2-3 quarts

• 1-2 quarts

• 4-5 quarts

What are the benefits of sports drinks over pure water?

• Provide energy, maximize fluid absorption, replace minerals lost during activity

• Increase oxygen and nutrient transport, flush out contaminants, improve concentration

• Enhance joint lubrication, regulate body temperature, aid in digestion

• Hydrate the body faster, improve digestion, boost metabolism

What is the primary role of water in the human body?

• Transporting nutrients and oxygen

• Regulating body temperature

• Both transporting nutrients and oxygen, and regulating body temperature

• None of the above

What happens to the body when it loses more water than it takes in?

• The body becomes dehydrated

• The body gains weight

• The body's temperature decreases

• None of the above

What percentage of the body weight does water make up on average?

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

• 40%