The Following Are All Functions of the Plasma Membrane EXCEPT

question 11

Multiple Choice

The following are all functions of the plasma membrane EXCEPT ________.

• A) storing energy
• B) regulating the movements of ions in and out of the cell
• C) separating the extracellular fluid from the intracellular fluid
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Seals

A group of aquatic mammals known for their streamlined bodies, flippers, and often living in cold seas, part of the family Phocidae.

Dolphins

A group of aquatic mammals within the family Delphinidae known for their intelligence, social behavior, and vocalizations.

Fick's Law

Fick's law describes the rate of diffusion of a substance across a membrane, based on the concentration gradient, membrane surface area, and diffusion distance.

Diffusion

The passive movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration until equilibrium is reached.