1(ii)
While playing cricket on a hot, summer afternoon, Rohan felt a little dizzy though he had a balanced meal. The doctor advised him to take an oral rehydration solution. What was most likely the reason for Rohan’s condition?
- (a)Excessive urination
- (b)Asphyxiation
- (c)Low blood glucose level
- (d)Excessive perspiration
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Excessive perspiration
Reason — While playing on a hot afternoon, a large amount of water and salts is lost from the body as sweat. This loss leads to dehydration, which causes dizziness. An oral rehydration solution replaces the water and salts that have been lost.