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Chapter 36, Problem 8SA
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The human body absorbs around 7-8 liters of water each day. Approximately 6 to 7 liters of water is absorbed by the body, which comes out from the secretions of stomach, liver, and pancreas. Water helps the body to maintain the optimum body temperature.
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