Name two ways a cell changes its membrane permeability to ions. (Hint: One way is relatively slow.)

What will be an ideal response?


1. opens or closes existing channels
2. inserts or removes membrane channels

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A. Brown adipose tissue B. Liver C. Inside skeletal muscle cells D. White adipose tissue

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Lesions of the limbic system might result in

A. loss of coordination. B. a voracious appetite. C. loss of sensation. D. decreased sexual activity. E. enhanced fear and anger responses.

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Hypocalcemia can result in

A. renal failure. B. depressed nervous system. C. tetany. D. muscle weakness.

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