Functions of the Plasma Membrane Include All of the Following

question 80

Multiple Choice

Functions of the plasma membrane include all of the following except

• A) separation of the cytoplasm from the extracellular fluid.
• B) regulation of exchange of materials with the extracellular environment.
• C) sensitivity to chemical changes in the extracellular fluid.
• D) thermal insulation.
• E) structural support.

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Definitions:

Neural Connections

The links between neurons in the brain that are formed through synapses, allowing for communication between different parts of the brain and the nervous system.

Personality Change

Alterations in an individual's characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving, which can be due to various factors.

Phineas Gage

A railroad worker who survived a severe brain injury in the 19th century, providing valuable insights into the relationship between brain function and personality.

Frontal Lobes

The part of the brain located behind the forehead that is responsible for voluntary movement, speech, and complex thought processes.