AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE CELL

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When we drink water, it is absorbed into our blood through the digestive tract. If the concentration of water in body cells is low, cells must get water from the blood. What process allows water to enter body cells from the blood?
A
Osmosis
B
facilitated diffusion
C
cellular respiration
D
endocytosis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Small intestine. The walls of the small intestine absorb water and the digested nutrients into your bloodstream.

Detailed explanation-2: -The water we drink is absorbed by the intestines, and circulated throughout the body in the form of body fluids such as blood. These perform various functions that keep us alive. They deliver oxygen and nutrients to the cells, and take away waste materials, which are then eliminated with urination.

Detailed explanation-3: -“If you don’t get enough water, hard stools and constipation could be common side effects, along with abdominal pain and cramps.” Dull skin. Dehydration shows up on your face in the form of dry, ashy skin that seems less radiant, plump and elastic. Fatigue.

Detailed explanation-4: -Osmoregulation is the control of water levels and mineral salts in the blood. Water levels and mineral salts in the blood are controlled to protect animal cells by stopping too much water from entering or leaving them.

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