Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-specialized cells in the hypothalamus that detect increased solute concentration in extracellular fluid caused by water loss

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Osmoreceptors are specialized cells in the hypothalamus that detect increased solute concentration in extracellular fluid caused by water loss.

Answer: B
 Electrolytes are substances that dissociate into ions when placed into water, allowing for the conduction of electrical current.

Answer: C
 Intracellular refers to the fluid and structures within cells.

Answer: D
 Parenteral refers to any route of administration other than through the digestive tract, such as intravenous or intramuscular injections.

Answer: E
 Extracellular refers to the fluid and structures outside of cells.

Answer: F
 Milliequivalent (mEq) is a unit used to measure the concentration of electrolytes in solution.

Answer: G
 Cations are positively charged ions, such as sodium or potassium.

Answer: H
 Anions are negatively charged ions, such as chloride or bicarbonate.

Answer: I
 Interstitial refers to the fluid and structures between cells.

Answer: J
 Blood hydrostatic pressure is the force exerted by the blood on the walls of the blood vessels.

Answer: K
 Interstitial fluid hydrostatic pressure is the force exerted by the interstitial fluid on the walls of the lymphatic vessels.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition