Particular mutations in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance (CFTR) gene result in a CFTR

molecule that transports sodium ions poorly or not at all.



Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANSWER: False - chloride

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This phylum of vascular, seed-bearing plants has about 550 known living species, the most among

gymnosperms. Many of them have needlelike leaves with thick cuticles and sunken stomata, and are thus adapted to dry conditions.

a. Cycadophyta b. Anthophyta c. Gnetophyta d. Coniferophyta e. Ginkgophyta

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The membrane-bound enzyme system that restores and maintains the resting membrane potential is

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The structure that connects the two cerebral hemispheres is called the _________ ____________

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

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