Two-thirds of body water is found in which fluid compartment?
A)cerebrospinal
B)extracellular
C)interstitial
D)intracellular

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Water is an inorganic nutrient that is the major constituent in all body cells;it is considered to be the body's most important nutrient because most body functions require water.In the body,water acts as a solvent;transports nutrients,wastes,and other materials;regulates body temperature;lubricates joints;performs hydrolysis,breaking substances apart;and gives structure and form to the body as a component of all cells.

Two-Thirds of Body Water Is Found in Which Fluid Compartment