Select the Medical Term for the Presence of Many Small

question 33

Multiple Choice

Select the medical term for the presence of many small growths.

• A) Polypectomy
• B) Diverticulosis
• C) Polyposis
• D) Parotitis

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Definitions:

Plasma Membrane

A semi-permeable membrane found in cells that separates the interior of the cell from its external environment and regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Depolarization

The reduction of a cell's membrane potential, making it more positive, and initiating action potentials.

Permeability

A measure of the ability of a substance to allow liquids or gases to pass through it.

Absolute Refractory Period

A period immediately following the firing of a nerve fiber when it cannot be stimulated no matter how great a stimulus is applied.