If the Concentration of Electrolytes in Tissue Fluid Increases, Which

Question

If the concentration of electrolytes in tissue fluid increases, which of the following will occur?
A) Water will move out of cells and into the tissues.
B) Electrolytes will move out of cells and into tissues.
C) Water will move out of tissues and into cells.
D) Electrolytes will move out of tissues and into cells.

Accepted Answer

When the concentration of electrolytes in tissue fluid increases, it creates a hypertonic environment, meaning there is a higher concentration of solutes outside of the cells than inside the cells. This causes water to move out of the cells and into the tissues in an attempt to balance out the concentration of solutes. Therefore, Choice A is the best answer.