The initial response to sweet and umami involves the bind to a receptor, which activates the protein ________ whereas salty and sour stimulate ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


gustducin; ion channels

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Correctly match the term and definition: Endocytosis of a tiny quantity of extracellular fluid containing solute molecules.

A)Pinocytosis B)Phagocytosis C)Osmosis D)Receptor-mediated endocytosis

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Identify the two functional sub-divisions of the peripheral nervous system

brain motor division parasympathetic nervous system sensory division spinal cord sympathetic nervous system

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Keratinization

A. produces a layer of cells that resist abrasion. B. does not affect permeability characteristics of the epidermis. C. determines skin color. D. results in the formation of new epidermal cells. E. occurs in the dermis.

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