Fluids, electrolytes, acids & bases
The volume and composition of the body fluids must be maintained within strict homeostatic ranges. This is because vital chemical reactions in the body require very strict environmental conditions (including temperature, pH, and the concentration of different salts) for these reactions to work optimally.
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