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:

Adaptive Value

The extent to which a trait or behavior increases the odds of survival and reproduction for an organism in its environment.

Classical Conditioning

The educational process of repeatedly combining two stimuli; a reaction that initially occurs in response to the second stimulus eventually happens in response to the first stimulus alone.

Scientific Methodology

A systematic approach to research in which a problem is identified, relevant data are gathered, a hypothesis is formulated from these data, and the hypothesis is empirically tested.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, particularly his experiments with dogs, leading to the concept of the Pavlovian response.