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Question 2 • GA-GSE World Geography B

Oral rehydration salts are used to __________.

Answer
A
purify air that has been polluted
B
replenish moisture in the environment after natural disasters such as earthquakes
C
purify water supplies to help minimize the risk of catching cholera
D
help replenish fluids in the body after it suffers fluid loss from diseases such as cholera

Explanation

Oral rehydration salts are dissolved in water and taken by mouth to replace fluids and electrolytes lost through diarrhea or vomiting. Diseases such as cholera can cause severe fluid loss, so the best answer is D: help replenish fluids in the body after it suffers fluid loss from diseases such as cholera.

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