Question

List the functions of water in the body. Why is it important to maintain good fluid balance inside and outside of the cells

Answer 1

Answer:

According to scientists , water occupies up to 60 % of the human body .

The importance of water in the human body are ;

• Transport
• Formation of bodily fluids i.e. saliva
• Digestion
• Regulates body temperatures
• Circulation of nutrients

Explanation:

The reason why it is important to maintain good fluid balance within and without he cells is because , It can dissolve various elements to make then easily absorbed into other system .There are many fluids which rely on water for volume e.g. blood which is the main component of the circulatory systems , water also regulates the temperature  and heart pressure ,

Through electrolysis , fluid balance in the cells can be achieved and it also helps to generate nerve impulses  .