________ are specialized proteins that form pores (channels) in the cell membrane that allow water to pass through but not small molecules like ions.
A. Osmoreceptors
B. Nucleoporins
C. Aquaporins
D. Baroreceptors
Answer: C
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A) Marijuana B) Alcohol C) Ecstasy D) Ketamine