Test Bank: Applied Pathophysiology for the AdvancedPractice Nurse 1st Edition; Test Bank - All Chapters | Complete Guide 2023

1. Although the basic structure of the cell plasma membrane is formed by a lipid bilayer, most of the specific membrane functions are carried out by: A) Bound and trans membrane proteins. B) Complex, long carbohydrate chains. C) Surface antigens and hormone receptors. D) A gating system of selective ion channels. 2. The nucleus , which is essential for function and survival of the cell. A) is the site of protein synthesis B) contains the genetic code C) transforms cellular energy D) initiates aerobic metabolism 3. Although energy is not made in mitochondria, they are known as the power plants of the cell because they: A) contain RNA for protein synthesis. B) utilize glycolysis for oxidative energy. C) extract energy from organic compounds. D) store calcium bonds for muscle contractions.