Focal Adhesions ________

question 36

Multiple Choice

Focal adhesions ________.

• A)may act as a type of sensory structure
• B)collect information about the physical properties of the extracellular environment
• C)collect information about the chemical properties of the extracellular environment
• D)transmit information to the cell interior that may lead to changes in cell adhesion,proliferation or survival
• E)All of these are correct.

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Definitions:

Radon Exposure

The contact with radon gas, which is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can lead to lung cancer upon prolonged exposure.

Second-Leading Cause

A term used to denote the cause ranked as the second most common or significant factor contributing to a condition or event.

Cancer

A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body, characterized by genetic mutations and often requiring complex treatments.

Radon-222

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