Describe the three types of endocytosis

What will be an ideal response?


The three types of endocytosis are receptor-mediated endocytosis, the vesicle-mediated movement of specific target molecules; pinocytosis, the vesicle-mediated movement of extracellular fluid and its contents; and phagocytosis, the vesicle-mediated movement of extracellular solids, especially bacteria and debris.

Anatomy & Physiology

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What is the role of cilia in the respiratory tract?

A) Cilia in the upper respiratory tract direct mucus to the pharynx so that it can be swallowed. Stomach acids subsequently destroy any respiratory irritants trapped in the mucus. B) Cilia trap respiratory irritants such as dust and other small particles. C) Cilia produce mucus. D) Cilia are present on the surface of cells that line the trachea, but they have no defined function in the respiratory system.

Anatomy & Physiology

Which is not correct regarding growth hormone (GH)?

A. GH affects most body cells. B. GH stimulates the kidney to secrete somatomedin. C. GH is a tropic hormone. D. GH is also known as somatotropin. E. GH stimulates cell growth and mitosis.

Anatomy & Physiology

Which term describes the study of the functions of body structures?

a) anatomy b) physiology c) endocrinology d) histology e) immunology

Anatomy & Physiology

Discuss how a damaged tissue is repaired

What will be an ideal response?

Anatomy & Physiology