ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY LL W/CONNECT ACCESS
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Author: McKinley
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Chapter 25, Problem 6DYKB
Which of the following describes an electrolyte? An electrolyte
- a. does not conduct an
electric current . - b. is covalently bonded and usually contains carbon.
- c. does not dissociate in solution.
- d. plays a significant role in regulating fluid balance.
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