
For instance, sodium ions (Na +) and chloride ions (Cl -) are often referred to as electrolytes. Often in medicine, a mineral dissociated from a salt that carries an electrical charge (an ion) is called and electrolyte. In the human body, solutes vary in different parts of the body, but may include proteins-including those that transport lipids, carbohydrates, and, very importantly, electrolytes. The dissolved substances in a solution are called solutes. The chemical reactions of life take place in aqueous solutions. Identify the causes and symptoms of edema.Explain the importance of protein channels in the movement of solutes.

Contrast the composition of the intracellular fluid with that of the extracellular fluid.Explain the importance of water in the body.By the end of this section, you will be able to:
