If extracellular water has an excess of sodium ions,________.
A)extracellular fluid moves into cells
B)sodium ions move into cells
C)excess zinc and fluoride ions are eliminated in feces
D)cells lose intracellular fluid and shrink

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When there is an excess of sodium ions in the extracellular water, it creates an osmotic gradient that draws water out of the cells and into the extracellular space. This results in cells losing intracellular fluid and shrinking.

If Extracellular Water Has an Excess of Sodium Ions,________