Understanding Cell Fluids and Equilibrium

What is the role of the cytoplasm in a cell?

• It is the external environment of the cell.

• It fills the cell and contains its internal structures.

• It transports materials to all cells in the body.

• It is the liquid portion of the blood.

What does the prefix 'ex-' signify in biological terms?

• Above

• Below

• Out

• Inside

How do molecules move between the cytoplasm and extracellular fluid?

• Through endocytosis

• Via diffusion

• By osmosis

• Through active transport

What happens if the concentration of substances in the blood changes?

• The cell stops functioning.

• The cell becomes more stable.

• The external conditions of the cell change.

• The cell remains unaffected.

Why is it dangerous to administer pure water through an IV?

• It can increase blood pressure.

• It can cause cells to shrink.

• It can cause cells to expand and burst.

• It can lead to dehydration.