A selective poison that blocked the function of the mitochondria was used on a group of cells. Which of the following mechanisms for crossing the membrane would most likely be interrupted by the presence of this poison?
osmosis
facilitated diffusion
active transport
through channels
The Correct Answer is C
A. osmosis: Osmosis is passive (requires no energy), so it will still occur even if mitochondria are poisoned.
B. facilitated diffusion: Facilitated diffusion uses transport proteins but does not require ATP-still functional without mitochondria.
C. active transport: Active transport requires ATP, which is produced by the mitochondria. Blocking mitochondria interrupts ATP production, halting active transport.
D. through channels: Movement through ion channels is usually passive (e.g., diffusion), and does not require ATP.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. voltage gated ion channels: These open in response to changes in membrane potential, not chemical binding.
B. ligand gated ion channels: Ligands (like neurotransmitters) bind to the channel, causing it to open or close.
C. G-protein complex linked receptor proteins: These are receptors that activate intracellular signaling cascades, not ion channels directly.
D. carrier proteins: Carrier proteins transport substances across membranes but do not form open channels.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Brain: The brain is the control center, not the effector.
B. Shivering: Shivering is a response, not an anatomical structure. The effector must be a structure that performs an action.
C. Thermoreceptors: These are the sensory receptors (detectors), not effectors.
D. Skeletal muscles: Skeletal muscles are the effectors that contract to produce shivering, generating heat in response to cold.
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