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Because salt water is more dense than your blood. When two liquids exist on opposite sides of a semipermeable membrane (living tissue, as appears in the digestive system), osmosis dictates that a balance will be achieved with each side being as dense as the other. So, in order for this to occur, less dense pure water will leach osmotically from your circulatory system into the digestive spaces in order to achieve balance by diluting the more dense salty water in your digestive tract. This removal of water from your circulatory system and the tissues it serves will quickly cause dehydration.
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Why is it scientifically impossible for humans to drink saltwater?
we die of dehydration. It is not impossible to drink saltwater but it must be accompanied with fresh water to maintain homeostasis.
Does saltwater or lemonjuice have any effect on the rate of dehydration of different types of apples?
Both saltwater and lemon juice can slow down the rate of dehydration in apples. Saltwater creates a hypertonic solution that reduces water loss from the apple cells, while the acidity in lemon juice can help preserve the apple by inhibiting enzymatic browning and dehydration.
Can dehydration cause you to have contractions?
Yes. Dehydration can cause preterm labor
Does dehydration cause hair loss?
Yes, dehydration can cause hair loss
Can dehydration cause cramping in the body?
Yes, dehydration can cause muscle cramping in the body.
Does dehydration cause hemoconcentration?
yes it causes dehydration
Does Ecstasy cause dehydration?
Dehydration is a common occurrence with the drug
Can dehydration cause a sore back?
Dehydration can cause a sore anything! But it may only be part of the problem.
Why does lemonade cause dehydration?
Lemonade is mostly water it doesn't typically cause dehydration. However if your only consuming lemonade and no food the laxative properities of the lemon's acid could cause dehydration.
Does dehydration cause headaches in children?
Yes, dehydration can cause, trigger or exacerbate certain headache types in children and adults.
Could you die from dehydration?
Yes. Dehydration will cause dizziness and disorientation. Eventually your organs will shut down and you will die. After drowning, dehydration is the primary cause of death of people that are lost a sea. People that are trapped often die of dehydration.
Can dehydration cause subdural hematoma?
no
