The human body maintains all of its cells' internal concentration _ to internal body fluid.
Correct answer: A. Isotonic
- A. Isotonic
- B. Hypotonic
- C. Hypertonic
- D. Hyposmotic
- E. Hyperosmotic
Explanation
The human body maintains an isotonic environment, which means that the concentration of solutes is equal inside and outside of the cells. This helps to maintain a stable internal environment and prevent damage to cells from osmotic imbalances.
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