Cholesterol Functions in the Plasma Membrane to

question 42

Multiple Choice

Cholesterol functions in the plasma membrane to

• A)transport ions.
• B)serve as an energy molecule.
• C)maintain fluidity.
• D)mediate steroid action.
• E)maintain hypertension.

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Definitions:

HA

Hyaluronic Acid, a substance naturally present in the human body and used in cosmetic products for its hydrating properties and in medicine for treating joint disorders.

K

Potassium, an essential dietary mineral and a major electrolyte in the body, key for muscle function and nerve transmission.

pH

pH is a scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution, with values below 7 being acidic, above 7 being basic (alkaline), and exactly 7 being neutral.