Which of the Following Compounds Passes Most Easily Through the Cell

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following compounds passes most easily through the cell membrane?

• A) Na⁺
• B) glucose
• C) sucrose
• D) glycerol
• E) O₂

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Definitions:

Unmatched Pair

A pair of items or entities that do not correspond to or complement each other in expected ways.

Cortisol

A hormone, released during the body’s response to stress, that increases blood glucose levels and affects the immune response.

Epinephrine (Adrenaline)

A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in the body's fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism.

Cytokines

These chemical messengers are produced by the body as part of its immune response. These proteins can either promote inflammation or reduce it.