Which electrolyte and major cation that is found outside of the cell regulates the amount of water in the body and is critical in generating electrical signals?

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Sodium is the major positive ion (cation)in fluid outside of cells.Sodium regulates the total amount of water in the body and the transmission of sodium into and out of individual cells and also plays a role in critical body functions.Many processes in the body,especially in the brain,nervous system,and muscles,require electrical signals for communication.The movement of sodium is critical in generation of these electrical signals.

Which Electrolyte and Major Cation That Is Found Outside of the Cell