The Membrane Attack Stage of the Complement Cascade Involves ________

question 53

Multiple Choice

The membrane attack stage of the complement cascade involves ________.

• A)initiation of the cascade
• B)production of inflammatory cytokines
• C)a ring-shaped protein that digests holes in bacterial cell membranes and virus envelopes
• D)cleaving of C3 to yield C3a and C3b
• E)C1q binding to surface receptors on a membrane

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Definitions:

Gold Coins

A type of currency made from gold, used historically as a medium of exchange and a store of value.

Small Denomination Time Deposits

Savings accounts or certificates of deposit in banks that have smaller balances and are subject to a specified time frame before withdrawal.

Large Denomination Time Deposits

High-value deposits in a bank with fixed terms, which typically offer higher interest rates than regular savings accounts.

M2

A measure of the money supply that includes cash, checking deposits, and easily convertible near-money instruments, such as savings deposits and money market securities.