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The influx of which ion accounts for the plateau phase?a. sodiumb. potassiumc. chlorided. calcium

Concepts of Biology

1st Edition

ISBN:9781938168116

Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Publisher:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Chapter16: The Body's System

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 28CTQ: Why is excretion important in order to achieve osmotic balance?

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The influx of which ion accounts for the plateau phase?
a. sodium
b. potassium
c. chloride
d. calcium

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