Which of the Following Statements About Ion Transport in the Typical

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about ion transport in the typical freshwater fish gill is true?

• A) Na⁺ and HCO₃^‒ are transported into the blood plasma.
• B) Na⁺ and Cl^‒ are transported into the water.
• C) H⁺ and K⁺ are transported into the water.
• D) Na⁺ and Cl^‒ are transported into the blood plasma

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Definitions:

Sartorius

The longest muscle in the human body, running from the hip to the knee, and aiding in flexing, abduction, and lateral rotation of the thigh.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the thigh located at the back of the leg, part of the hamstrings group, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.

Gastrocnemius

A major muscle located in the back part of the lower leg that helps in bending the knee and pushing the foot down, such as when walking or jumping.

Tibialis Anterior

A muscle in the lower leg that dorsiflexes and inverts the foot.