Which statement describes how the plasmalemma is used in communication and sensitivity?
A) It contains gated channels that can be opened or closed to regulate the passage of
materials.
B) It effectively isolates the cytoplasm from the surrounding fluid environment.
C) It provides for specialized connections between neighboring cells.
D) It serves as a storage site for large amounts of proteins for future use by the cell.
E) It acts as a site for the attachment of glycoproteins and glycolipids, which act as receptors
for molecules present in the extracellular fluid.
E) It acts as a site for the attachment of glycoproteins and glycolipids, which act as receptors
for molecules present in the extracellular fluid.
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Venules and medium-sized veins contain the most blood at about ________ percent of the blood volume at rest. (Note: Be sure your answer is a numeral, e.g. "5" vs "five").
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
An increase in afterload ____________________ the length of time available for ventricular ejection
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Glucose is used by cells during a series of chemical reactions called ________.
A. anabolism B. cellular ventilation C. cellular perfusion D. cellular respiration
Regulation of peripheral resistance occurs most often in the
A. large arteries. B. medium-sized arteries. C. arterioles. D. capillaries. E. veins