The Membrane of a Nerve Cell Is Comprised of

question 45

Multiple Choice

The membrane of a nerve cell is comprised of

• A) protein molecules.
• B) vesicle remnants.
• C) a double layer of lipid molecules.
• D) cytoplasm.
• E) a double layer of protein molecules.

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Definitions:

Oxidized

Describes a substance that has lost electrons during a chemical reaction, often associated with the process of oxidation which can result in changes in energy, composition, or color.

Citric Acid Cycle

An array of chemical processes employed by all organisms requiring oxygen to unleash the energy held by oxidizing acetyl-CoA, which comes from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

ATP Produced

ATP (adenosine triphosphate) produced refers to the generation of ATP molecules within the cell, which serve as the primary energy currency for various cellular processes.

Amino Acids

Organic compounds that combine to form proteins, containing an amino group and a carboxyl group, serving as the building blocks of proteins.