Which Statement Describes How the Plasmalemma Is Used in Communication

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes how the plasmalemma is used in communication and sensitivity

• A)It serves as a storage site for large amounts of proteins for future use by the cell.
• B)It effectively isolates the cytoplasm from the surrounding fluid environment.
• C)It contains gated channels that can be opened or closed to regulate the passage of materials.
• D)It acts as a site for the attachment of glycoproteins and glycolipids, which act as receptors for molecules present in the extracellular fluid.
• E)It provides for specialized connections between neighboring cells.

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Definitions:

Collar Bone

Also known as the clavicle, it is a long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum or breastbone.

Clavicle

A bone in the human body also known as the collarbone, connecting the arm to the body.

Rib Cage

The bony structure surrounding the chest cavity that protects the heart and lungs, consisting of ribs, sternum, and part of the vertebral column.

Costal Cartilages

Costal cartilages are bars of hyaline cartilage that serve to prolong the ribs anteriorly and contribute to the elasticity of the thoracic cage.