Chemical substances that dissolve in water or react with water to release ions are known as ________.

A) buffers
B) enzymes
C) bases
D) inorganic compounds
E) electrolytes

Electrolytes

Minerals in the body that have an electric charge, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, and are vital for numerous bodily functions including fluid balance and nerve transmission.

Water

Water is a transparent, tasteless, odorless, and nearly colorless chemical substance that is the main constituent of Earth's streams, lakes, and oceans, and the fluids of most living organisms.

Ions

Ions are atoms or molecules with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.