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What is the function of the cell membrane?

  • To allow all substances to enter the cell
  • To allow only useful substances to enter the cell (correct)
  • To block the entry of all substances
  • To allow only harmful substances to enter the cell

What is the importance of the cell membrane in maintaining homeostasis?

  • It helps the body to produce energy
  • It helps the body to maintain balance (correct)
  • It helps the body to fight against diseases
  • It helps the body to excrete waste

Dialysis tubing is a semipermeable membrane that allows certain molecules to enter and exit through TINY holes that you need a microscope to see. It works by separating small molecules from large molecules by allowing only the small molecules to ______ (pass through).

diffuse

Dialysis tubing is a ______ membrane that allows certain molecules to enter and exit

<p>semipermeable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of dialysis tubing?

<p>To separate small molecules from large molecules (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of diffusion to cells?

<p>It allows cells to gain useful substances and get rid of waste products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between glucose and starch?

<p>Glucose is a simple sugar while starch is a complex sugar (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the body use carbohydrates for energy?

<p>Carbohydrates are broken down into smaller glucose molecules, which are then converted to energy through cellular respiration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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