The Movement of Water and Electrolytes Between Fluid Compartments Is

Question

The movement of water and electrolytes between fluid compartments is regulated primarily by
A) diffusion and osmosis.
B) hydrostatic and osmotic pressure.
C) pinocytosis and phagocytosis.
D) active and passive transport.
E) diet and weather.

Accepted Answer

The movement of water and electrolytes between fluid compartments is regulated primarily by hydrostatic and osmotic pressure. Diffusion and osmosis can also play a role, but hydrostatic and osmotic pressure are the primary mechanisms of regulation. Pinocytosis and phagocytosis are not involved in the movement of water and electrolytes between fluid compartments. Active and passive transport can play a role, but they are not the primary mechanisms of regulation. Diet and weather can also affect fluid and electrolyte balance, but they are not the primary regulators of movement between fluid compartments.