Question

which of the following are functions of water in the body?
check all that apply
helps maintain proper blood ph
provides energy to fuel movement
removes wastes
builds bone
regulates body temperature
helps digest food

Explanation:

• Water helps maintain proper blood pH as it is part of the body's buffering systems.
• Water is involved in removing wastes (e.g., through urine).
• Water regulates body temperature (e.g., via sweating).
• Water helps digest food (e.g., as a component of digestive juices).
• Water does not provide energy (carbohydrates, fats, proteins do).
• Water does not build bone (minerals like calcium are involved in bone - building).

Answer:

Helps maintain proper blood pH, Removes wastes, Regulates body temperature, Helps digest food.