Plasma continually leaks from the capillaries into interstitial fluid. in spite of this loss, blood plasma levels are maintained by the

a. return of fluid by the lymph vessels to the bloodstream.
b. regular intake of liquids to replace lost fluids.
c. drawing back of plasma into lymphatic vessels by the pumping action of the heart.
d. active transport of water against the concentration gradient.

Agroup of plant cells was exposed to radiation, which damaged the chloroplasts and caused them to lose function. if the mitochondria were unharmed, what would happen to the overall function of the plant cells? a. the cells would not be able to make food, but would be able to release energy from biomolecules. b. the cells would not be able to replicate dna, but would be able to break down waste. c. the cells would not be able to break down waste, but would be able to replicate dna. d. the cells would not be able to release energy from biomolecules, but would be able to make food.