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Water - Coggle Diagram
Water
Function
PH balance
Control of temp.
Electrolyte balance
Lubrication of tissue cells
Transport of materials between cells/tissues
A medium for blood and lymph
Involved in nearly every body process
Additional facts
Water can be found in and around all body cells
Fresh water must always be available especially if your pet has dry food
Water is not stored in the body and needs to be constantly replaced
60-70% of body weight is water
Water can be lost in many ways
Urine
Via the lungs when breathing
In sweat via the skin
Faeces
Source
Drinking
Chemical reactions
Food
Consequences of deficiency
Body functions wouldn't work, resulting in dehydration and then death