What are lipid rafts? What are their functions?

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They are assemblies of saturated phospholipids associated with sphingolipids and cholesterol. They are concentrating platforms for molecules needed for cell signaling.

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Briefly outline the possible fates of glucose in the body

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Reproductive diseases in cattle can cause __________________, which means the adult cattle are not able to reproduce

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What type of muscle is found along the digestive tract?

a. smooth b. cardiac c. skeletal d. vascular

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During oogenesis, an oogonium directly gives rise to ________

A) an ovum B) a primary oocyte C) a secondary oocyte D) a first polar body E) a second polar body

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