Introduction to Histology and Cell Structure
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What is the function of the cell membrane?

  • Cell division
  • Energy production
  • Selective barrier (correct)
  • Protein synthesis

    • What is the role of the cell coat (glycocalyx)?

  • Immunological specificity (correct)
  • Regulation of body temperature
  • Enzyme production
  • Storage of genetic material

    • What are microvilli (brush border) and their core made of?

  • Actin filaments (correct)
  • Carbohydrates
  • Lipids
  • Cilia and microtubules

    • How do drugs and hormones act specifically on cells or organs?

    <p>Through the cell membrane's selective transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the cell membrane?

    <p>Regulates what enters and leaves the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are cilia different from microvilli?

    <p>Cilia have a core of microtubules while microvilli contain actin filaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the glycocalyx (cell coat) in a cell?

    <p>Aids in immunological specificity and receptor sites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the cell is responsible for selective transport?

    <p>Cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the cell membrane contribute to the specific action of drugs and hormones on cells or organs?

    <p>Through specific receptors on its surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of microvilli (brush border) at the core level?

    <p>Actin filaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of tissue would you expect to find cilia?

    <p><strong>Epithelial tissue</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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