The extent of contraction of arteriolar smooth muscle depends on the cytosolic concentration of what element?

a. iron
b. phosphorus
c. potassium
d. magnesium
e. calcium


e

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If the sodium-potassium pumps in the plasma membrane fail to function, all of the following occur except that the

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Which of the following is NOT a function of the reticular formation?

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