Question detail
What could happen if the body fails to remove excess ions?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Hormonal coordination in humans
Question
- A. Improved muscle function
- B. Dehydration
- C. Toxic buildup and disruption of cellular functions
- D. Increased energy levels
Answer
The correct option is Toxic buildup and disruption of cellular functions. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to explain why removing excess water, ions and urea is important for internal balance in the subtopic Maintaining water and nitrogen balance in the body (biology only).
Explanation
The correct option is Toxic buildup and disruption of cellular functions. Toxic buildup and disruption of cellular functions is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to explain why removing excess water, ions and urea is important for internal balance. This belongs to the subtopic Maintaining water and nitrogen balance in the body (biology only) within Hormonal coordination in humans, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Maintaining water and nitrogen balance in the body (biology only).
Common mistake
Understanding Internal Balance
Students often state that removing excess water, ions, and urea is only important for preventing dehydration.
Emphasize that removing these substances is crucial for maintaining homeostasis, which includes regulating blood pressure, electrolyte balance, and preventing toxic buildup in the body.
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