When Red Blood Cells Are Placed in a Solution of 2M

question 22

Multiple Choice

When red blood cells are placed in a solution of 2M urea, the red blood cells will lyse. However, it has been shown that which red blood cells are resistant to lysis?

• A) Jk(a+b-)
• B) Jk(a+b+)
• C) Jk(a-b-)
• D) Jk(a-b+)

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Definitions:

Alleles

Variations of a gene that occur at the same place on a chromosome, responsible for the diversity in genotype and phenotype among organisms.

Defective

Refers to something that is flawed or lacking in functionality.

Experience-Dependent

Describes neural growth that is stimulated by environmental experiences and may vary from one individual to another.

Synaptogenesis

The generation of synapses or connections between neurons, usually as a result of the growth of axons and dendrites.