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As the rate of sweat production increases, the amount of Na+ lost in the urine ________.

A) increases
B) decreases
C) remains the same

Sweat Production

The process by which the sweat glands produce sweat, a fluid consisting of water, salts, and other substances, to cool the body down.

Na+

Sodium ions, essential electrolytes in the body that play critical roles in fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contractions.

Urine

A liquid by-product of metabolism in humans and many animals, which is excreted by the kidneys through the urinary system.

  • Recognize the role and regulation of electrolytes in physiological processes.
  • Comprehend the mechanisms and routes of ion excretion under normal conditions.
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Nishitha ParialMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
As the rate of sweat production increases, the body loses more sodium through sweat. To compensate for this loss and maintain electrolyte balance, the kidneys conserve sodium by reducing the amount excreted in the urine.