Why can we say that a cell without a nucleus will ultimately die?

What will be an ideal response


Without a nucleus, a cell cannot make proteins, nor can it replace any enzymes or other cell structures (which are continuously recycled). Additionally, such a cell could not replicate.

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The term used to describe the property of being able to pass through the membrane is ________.

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

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The large, dome-shaped muscle called the diaphragm is used for ________.

A. circulation B. digestion C. reproduction D. breathing

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The medial pathway, which controls gross movements of the head, trunk, and limbs, consists of which tracts?

tectospinal reticulospinal vestibulospinal The medial pathway includes all of the listed tracts.

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Interleukins do all of the following except

A) increase T-cell sensitivity to antigens exposed on macrophage membranes. B) stimulate B-cell activity, plasma cell formation, and antibody production. C) stimulate inflammation. D) elevate body temperature. E) stimulate collagen synthesis.

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