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Electrolytes p.1
Have fun with Electrolytes part 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Electrolytes | Ions capable of carrying an electrical charge |
| Anion | Negative charge Moves towards the anode |
| Cation | Positive charge Moves towards the cathode |
| Concentation of Electrolytes | -Held within a narrow range maintained by -volume/osmostic pressure -Myocardial Rhythm -Enzyme Cofactors -Acid/Base balance -Coagulation |
| Volume/Osmotic Regulation is monitored by_____,______, and _______. | Na, Ca, K |
| Myocardial Rhythm is monitored by ____,____,and _____ | K, Mg, Ca |
| Enzyme Cofactors is monitored by____,____,and____ | Mg, Ca, Zn |
| Acid/Base balance is monitored by ___,____,and____ | K, CL, HCO3 |
| Coagulation is monitored by ___ and ____ | Ca, Mg |
| Water | supports ion concentration and regulation. 40-75% of body weight (women have less than men) |
| Functions of water | -works as a solvent -transports nutrients -determines cell volume -removes waste products -acts as a coolant for the body- sweating |