Microvilli Are Present on Cells That, Because of Their Function

question 107

Multiple Choice

Microvilli are present on cells that, because of their function, benefit from an increased membrane surface area.Which structure(s) on a neuron provide a comparable benefit?

• A) cell body
• B) dendrites
• C) axon
• D) varicosities
• E) collaterals

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Definitions:

Nature

The phenomena of the physical world collectively, including plants, animals, the landscape, and other features and products of the earth, as opposed to humans or human creations.

Maturational Processes

Biological or physiological developments that follow a predetermined sequence over an individual's life.

Heredity

The passing of genetic traits from parents to offspring through the genes.

Continuous And Discontinuous

Concepts in developmental psychology representing two different views of how change occurs; continuous implying gradual, cumulative change, and discontinuous suggesting distinct stages of development.