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Calcium is not important for muscle function.
Calcium is not important for muscle function.
False
Mitochondria absorb calcium ions and store them until needed.
Mitochondria absorb calcium ions and store them until needed.
True
Calcium only has one role in cellular processes.
Calcium only has one role in cellular processes.
False
Releasing calcium back into a cell can trigger hormone release.
Releasing calcium back into a cell can trigger hormone release.
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Calcium is unnecessary for regulating cellular metabolism.
Calcium is unnecessary for regulating cellular metabolism.
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Study Notes
Calcium's Cellular Roles
- Calcium is crucial for numerous cellular functions.
- Calcium release triggers neurotransmitter and hormone release.
- Calcium is essential for muscle contractions, fertilization, and blood clotting.
- Mitochondria rapidly absorb and store calcium ions until needed.
- Calcium regulates cellular metabolism, steroid production, and hormone signaling pathways.
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Description
Explore the essential roles of calcium in cellular functions. This quiz covers calcium's impact on neurotransmitter release, muscle contractions, fertilization, and blood clotting. Dive into how mitochondria manage calcium ions and its significance in metabolism and hormone regulation.
