Which of the Following Is Responsible, in Part, for Keeping

question 193

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is responsible, in part, for keeping the cytoplasm of red blood cells isotonic with the blood plasma, and thereby preventing either lysis or shrinking of the cells?

• A)facilitated diffusion
• B)sodium channels
• C)the sodium/potassium pump
• D)osmosis

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