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jrubin

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What are the problems associated with a buildup of plaque on the inner walls of blood vessels?
 
  A) Arteries with a buildup of plaque lose their elasticity.
  B) Plaque can accumulate to the point that blood flow through the vessel is restricted.
  C) Inflamed plaque deposits can rupture leading to deadly clot formation in the bloodstream.
  D) all of the above

Question 2

What is the purpose of the plasma membrane?
 
  A) It acts as a boundary, but also lets molecules in and out.
  B) It acts as a cell wall to give the cell structure and support.
  C) It keeps water in the cell to keep it from dehydrating.
  D) It stores the genetic material of the cell.
  E) none of the above


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Reply #1 on: Aug 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


jrubin

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Reply #2 on: Aug 27, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Aug 27, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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