By performing phagocytosis, cells such as neutrophils, macrophages, and certain liver cells can Perform apoptosis (cell suicide) Promote inflammation Eliminate foreign microorganisms from the body Remove aging cells and cells undergoing apoptosis
What will be an ideal response?
Promote inflammation
Eliminate foreign microorganisms from the body
Remove aging cells and cells undergoing apoptosis
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1. Of the 180 liters of water filtered out of the blood every day, about 150 liters are reabsorbed. 2. In a healthy kidney, almost no glucose is lost in the urine. 3. Glycosuria is symptomatic of diabetes mellitus. 4. Sodium ions are returned to the blood primarily by active transport. 5. Secretion moves hydrogen ions from the filtrate to the blood whereas active transport moves hydrogen ions from the blood to the filtrate.
Lactose intolerance is caused by
a. lack of a specific disaccharidase b. lack of lactose c. bacterial metabolism of lactose d. a and b e. a and c
Which type of glial cell is similar in function to white blood cells?
a. astrocytes b. neurons c. oligodendrocytes d. ependymal cells e. microglia
Which female reproductive system disorder is characterized by the growth of noncancerous tumors in the uterus?
A. Endometriosis B. Cervical cancer C. Fibroids D. Breast cancer