In a scenario where the kidneys fail to restore excess water passing out from the tissues, what would be the likely consequence for the cells?
Cellular rupture leading to cell death
Cellular extraction of water from the plasma
No significant impact on the cells
Cellular desiccation resulting in cell death
When excess water is not adequately removed by the kidneys, it can lead to a condition called cellular desiccation. Desiccation refers to the process of dehydration or excessive loss of water. In this scenario, the cells will lose water, causing them to shrink and become dehydrated. This loss of water disrupts the normal functioning of the cells, including essential metabolic processes, and can eventually lead to cell death.
Therefore, option 4 correctly describes the consequence of cellular desiccation resulting in cell death when excess water is not restored by the kidneys.