Using the Fluid Mosaic Model, a Cell Is Actively Capable

question 45

Multiple Choice

Using the fluid mosaic model, a cell is actively capable of protecting itself against injurious agents by:

• A)closing down the membrane transport channels to hormones and chemicals.
• B)altering the number and patterns of receptors to bacteria, antibodies, and chemicals.
• C)increasing the number and sensitivity of lysosomes to destroy bacteria.
• D)shifting the bilayer from hydrophobic to hydrophilic in response to antibodies.

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