What Determines the Strength of Adhesion Between Cells Held Together

question 75

Multiple Choice

What determines the strength of adhesion between cells held together by cadherins?

• A)the length of the cadherins connecting the cells
• B)the width of the cadherins connecting the cells
• C)the amount of tryptophan in the cadherins connecting the cells
• D)the number of cadherins in a cluster connecting the cells
• E)the number of tyrosine residues in the cadherins connecting the cells

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Definitions:

Acidic

A term describing a substance with a pH less than 7, which is characteristic of having a higher concentration of hydrogen ions.

Hyperventilating

Excessive and fast breathing that can lead to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood, often triggered by stress or panic.

Apnea

Apnea is a temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep, which can be a sign of a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea.

Inspiratory Center

A region in the brainstem involved in the regulation of inspiration, or the intake of air into the lungs.