An Adaptation of the Epithelial Cells of the Proximal Convoluted

question 4

Multiple Choice

An adaptation of the epithelial cells of the proximal convoluted tubule for reabsorption is

• A)thin walls.
• B)rugae folds that increase surface area.
• C)secreting enzymes that activate absorption of substances.
• D)microscopic projections called microvilli.

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Definitions:

Prolonged Output

Sustained productivity or performance over an extended period, often used in contexts ranging from manufacturing to biological systems.

Synaptic Transmission

The process by which neurotransmitters are released by one neuron and bind to receptors on another, facilitating neural communication.

Neurotransmitter

Chemicals that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, influencing bodily functions such as mood, appetite, and sleep.

Exocytosis

The process by which cells release substances (such as neurotransmitters or hormones) to the exterior through fusion of vesicles with the plasma membrane.