Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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Author: Tortora, Gerard J., DERRICKSON, Bryan H.
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 2, Problem 14CP
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The functions performed by water in the human body.
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The average amount of water present in an adult human body lies between 50-70% of total body weight. Water maintains the temperature of our body and performs different function in all the cells, organs, and tissues. Human body require water to perform various tasks like breathing, sweating, and digestion. It is important to rehydrate our body by drinking sufficient fluids.
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