The Inorganic Phosphates (Pi) of the Body Fluids

question 21

Multiple Choice

The inorganic phosphates (Pi) of the body fluids

• A)are not a significant component of nucleic acids.
• B)are not important for cell membrane structure.
• C)are not necessary in the linking of endergonic with exergonic reactions.
• D)form crystals with calcium in the presence of calsequestrin.
• E)participate in the activation of some enzymes.

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Definitions:

Caldera

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Pyroclastic Deposits

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Volcanic Mudflows

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Composite Volcano

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