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Isotonic drinks are often considered better than water during intense exercise because they contain balanced levels of electrolytes and carbohydrates, which help to quickly replenish lost fluids and provide energy. This can enhance performance and endurance by preventing dehydration and maintaining electrolyte balance. Additionally, the sugars in isotonic drinks can help sustain energy levels, making them particularly beneficial for prolonged physical activity. However, for regular hydration needs, water is typically sufficient.

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What are three types of solutions at affect cells?

Hypertonic solutions have a higher solute concentration than the cell, causing water to move out of the cell and shrink it. Hypotonic solutions have a lower solute concentration than the cell, leading water to move into the cell and potentially burst it. Isotonic solutions have the same solute concentration as the cell, resulting in no net movement of water.


What different solutions can cells be in and what happenes to them?

There are three different types of solutions you can place a cell in: hypotonic (concentration of solution less than concentration of cell), isotonic (equal concentrations) and hypertonic (concentration of solution greater than concentration of cell). In a hypotonic solution, the cell will accumulate water (in an attempt to equalize the concentration difference) and will eventually rupture from the water pressure inside the cell. In an isotonic solution, the cell will do nothing. In a hypertonic solution, the cell will shrivel as the water exits the cell to dilute the solution to the same concentration as the cell. This will cause the cell to die.


Why athletes should drink solutions that are isotonic to body fluids rather than ones that are hypotonic to body fluids?

Athletes should drink isotonic solutions because they closely match the body's electrolyte and fluid balance, allowing for optimal hydration and quicker absorption during intense physical activity. Hypotonic solutions, which have a lower concentration of solutes than body fluids, may dilute electrolytes and lead to imbalances, potentially causing issues like hyponatremia. Isotonic drinks help maintain performance levels by replenishing lost fluids and electrolytes without disrupting the body's natural osmotic state.


Is water a better conductor than plastic?

No, water is not a better conductor of electricity than silver.Water can become a better conductor in acidic medium(by decreasing its pH). But it may split up into Hydrogen & Oxygen.


Why does Root Beer and Dr Pepper float when placed in water?

Root Beer and Dr Pepper float when placed in water because they are less dense than water. The carbonation in these drinks creates bubbles, increasing buoyancy and causing them to float. Additionally, the sugars and other ingredients in the drinks contribute to their overall density, making them less dense than water.

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Why are bottled drinks better than canned drinks?

bottle drinks are said to cause cavities so caned drinks are better


Is water isotonic to salt water?

yes it is with out isontonic the water would become solid and making it no longer water, so with out isotonic water wouldnt be water


Why is it better to drink soft drinks than water?

No sugar, no artificial colors or additives , and water hydrates the body better.And calorie free.


2 glasses of wine is better than 4 whiskey 30ml diluted with water drinks?

This depends on what you mean by better. They are roughly the same amount of alcohol, but there are variables of how large the glasses of wine, the alcohol content of the wine, and the alcohol content of the whiskey. There is no diluting of the drinks. Water keeps you hydrated but doesn't make it "better".


Is carbonated water hotter than normal water?

Carbonation does not alter temperature. In fact, carbonated soft drinks are normally refrigerated. They taste much better when they are cold.


Is isotonic better than hypotonic and hypertonic?

Yes if you are speaking about use with blood. An isotonic solution has the same concentration of specific elements as you blood preventing cellular damage. If you used a hypertonic solution all the water would leave the cell and it would crenate. If you use a hypotonic solution water would move into the cell quickly and the cell would burst (lyse).


Is 10 percent of NaCl isotonic?

No, it is far from isotonic. there's even more salt in it than in ocean water (3%).A typical home recipe for an isotonic solution, used for nasal spray, consists of 1⁄2 litre of water, 4 to 5 grams (1 teaspoon) of salt. This is about 10 grams per Litre or 1 % NOT 10%


Why the energy drinks have same water potential to a cell?

sport drinks have a lower water content but higher water suluble content than your body


A cell that has neither a net gain nor a net lose of water when it is immersed in a solution is?

A cell that neither gains nor loses water when it is immersed in a solution is called isotonic to its environment. Cells with a higher concentration of ions than the surrounding medium tend to expand.


Do fizzy drinks fill you up more than water?

Yes, because the bubbles take up more space in your stomach.


Whats A drink other than water?

Are you joking?. there are LOADS of drinks other then water.


Do all drinks contain water?

I would certainly say alcohol, any drinks with moderate/high caffine content and anything than generally isnt very good for you. High sugar drinks like coke and soft drinks will count towards your fluid intake but obviously should be consumed in moderation! If you drink 3 litres of coke in a day to help 'hydrate' yourself then its a bit ridiculas. Stick to low-calorie drinks that are as close to water as you can. Isotonic drinks are recommended if you exercise regularly to help replenish salts and electrolytes you will lose from sweating.