Question

Name and explain the three principal fluids in our body.

Answer 1

Answer:

Key Points on Body Fluids and Circulation

Blood comprises of plasma, white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. Lymph comprises of lymphocytes. The blood transports nutrients, wastes, gases throughout the body. Lymph transports nutrients hormones and gases.

Extracellular Body Fluids: Cations and Anions

Intracellular Body Fluids: 70% water, ions, and molecules

Transcellular Fluid: Electrolytes such as sodium, bicarbonate and chloride ions

Body Fluids: Composition

Answer 2

Answer:

There are three principal fluids in our body:

1. Blood: It is contained in the heart and blood vessels (arteries, veins and capillaries) of the circulatory system.

2. Tissue Fluid: It occupies the spaces between the individual cells of the body and is also known as interstitial fluid.

3. Lymph: It is contained within the lymph vessels and lymphatic organs.