Which of the following describes the major significance of the element chlorine in the human body?
A)ionized form makes body fluids acidic
B)ionized form is most plentiful anion in extracellular fluid
C)forms backbone of all organic molecules
D)required for bone and tooth structure
E)ionized form is most plentiful cation in extracellular fluid

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The ionized form of chlorine, chloride, is the most plentiful anion in extracellular fluid and plays important roles in maintaining proper fluid balance and pH levels in the body. Chlorine is not involved in forming the backbone of organic molecules, nor is it required for bone and tooth structure. It is not the most plentiful cation in extracellular fluid.

Which of the Following Describes the Major Significance of the Element