A person is born with a genetic mutation that causes rhodopsin to be improperly produced, rendering it useless. Which structure(s) will specifically be affected?
A. Lens
B. Rods
C. Cones
D. Olfactory receptors
Answer: B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A) Effects of the replacement will be instantaneous B) The replacement is released throughout the gastrointestinal tract C) The replacement will affect a single cell D) The target cells will receive a message to change cellular activity
The first event in inspiration is
A. lung inflation. B. atmospheric pressure forces air into the respiratory tract. C. the diaphragm moves downward and the external intercostal muscles contract. D. decreased intra-alveolar pressure.