Which of the Following Components of the Plasma Membrane Forms

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following components of the plasma membrane forms ion channels?

• A)peripheral membrane proteins
• B)phospholipids
• C)cholesterol
• D)transmembrane proteins
• E)transmembrane glycolipids

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Definitions:

Gate Theory

A theory that suggests pain signals are modulated by neural gates in the spinal cord, which can block or allow the passage of pain signals to the brain.

Pain Transmission

The process by which pain signals are relayed from the site of injury or irritation through the nervous system to the brain.

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brain down through the backbone, facilitating communication between the brain and the body.

Vestibular Receptors

Sensory receptors located in the inner ear that contribute to balance and spatial orientation by detecting changes in head movements and positions.