In the Absorptive State

question 33

Multiple Choice

In the absorptive state

• A)Storage of energy is important
• B)Filtration is important
• C)Reabsorption is important
• D)Synthesis is important
• E)Production of heat is important

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Definitions:

Indeterminate Cleavage

Type of cleavage characteristic of deuterostomes; during early cleavage each cell has the potential of developing into a complete embryo. Compare with determinate cleavage.

Deuterostomes

A major lineage of animals characterized by embryonic development where the anus forms before the mouth, including vertebrates and several other phyla.

Protostomes

A group of animals characterized by developing the mouth earlier than the anus during embryonic development, including invertebrates like mollusks and annelids.

Ecdysozoa

A group of protostome animals, including arthropods and nematodes, characterized by periodic shedding of their exoskeletons during growth.