ATI RN
Chapter 2 Cells and Tissues Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Facilitated diffusion through a membrane involves which of the following scenarios?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Facilitation is by binding to a membrane protein.
Question 2 of 5
The nucleic acid which carries the information for protein synthesis from the cell nucleus to the ribosomes is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: "messenger" RNA carries the data(the message) from the chromosomes in the nucleus to the ribosomes in the cytoplasm.
Question 3 of 5
Epithelial cells that are adapted for absorption or secretion usually have __________ at their free surface.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Microvilli increase the surface area for absorption and secretion.
Question 4 of 5
The dominant (strongest) fiber type in dense fibrous connective tissue (Areolar) is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Collagen provides strength in dense connective tissue.
Question 5 of 5
Examples of fibrous connective tissue include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Both tendons and ligaments are examples of fibrous connective tissue.