The Function of the Parabasal Body Is to

question 28

Multiple Choice

The function of the parabasal body is to

• A) allow for photosynthesis to occur.
• B) give structural support to the Golgi complex.
• C) allow for the formation of energy from aerobic respiration.
• D) give structural support to the endoflagellum.

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Definitions:

Cephalocaudal

Describes the growth pattern of human beings, where development starts from the head and progresses towards the feet.

Proximodistal

A pattern of development that describes how growth starts at the center of the body and moves towards the extremities.

Growth Patterns

The predictable sequences of physical, cognitive, and social development that individuals follow as they age.

Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum in the brain, involved in various high-level brain functions such as thought, memory, and consciousness.