Potassium:
A)is directly necessary for protein synthesis in cells.
B)protects bone structure against degeneration.
C)is the body's principal electrolyte inside the cells.
D)is necessary for wound healing.
E)is necessary for blood coagulation.

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Potassium is the body's principal electrolyte inside the cells, which means it helps regulate fluid balance and maintain proper cellular function. While it is important for many physiological processes, it is not directly necessary for protein synthesis, bone structure, wound healing, or blood coagulation.