Question 4 In capillary beds, there is mass movement of fluids and molecules into and out of...

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In capillary beds, there is mass movement of fluids andmolecules into and out of capillary beds. For movement of fluids,simple diffusion is not sufficient and two pressure-basedmechanisms are utilized.

  1. Describe the action of the competing forces driving filtrationof fluids in a capillary bed.
  2. Describe the action of the competing forces drivingreabsorption of fluids in a capillary bed.
  3. Predict how physiological changes in the capillary beds inresponse to an increase in body temperature restoreshomeostasis.

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A The mass movement of fluids and molecules into and out of the capillary bed requires a more efficient transport mechanism than simple diffusion This mass movement is referred to as bulk flow it consists of two pressure    See Answer
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