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ericka1

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The sudden deaths that occur during fasting, severe diarrhea, or severe vomiting are thought to be due to heart failure caused by a loss of _____.
 a. potassium
  b. magnesium
  c. selenium
  d. chloride

Question 2

What controls the water balance between body cells and their environment?
 a. Temperature
  b. Vitamins
  c. Minerals
  d. Fiber
  e. Glucose



bob

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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

c



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