Proton pumps embedded in the cell membrane use ATP to move hydrogen ions across the membrane. Which of the following best describes a function of the proton pump? A. It decreases the pH inside the cell to prevent toxicity. B. It generates a voltage across the membrane as a way to store energy. C. It helps maintain homeostasis by absorbing electrical charges. D. It increases the fluidity of the cell membrane as energy is used.

Match the following terms and definitions. 1. species that are adapted to live in equilibrium at carrying capacity population density 2. population growth that reaches equilibrium and carrying capacity population 3. death rate mortality 4. birth rate k-selected 5. a group of interacting individuals of the same species within the same geographic area natality 6. the number of organisms living in a particular area logistic growth

High blood pressure occurs when there is too much blood flowing through the blood vessels at one time. by changing the amount of water in the blood, blood pressure can change. the excretory system can to lower blood pressure.which would most likely occur in the kidney? a)more water would be transferred from the nephron.b)less water would be absorbed into the nephron.c)the amount of water in the bladder would decrease.d)the amount of water in the blood would increase.

Which process takes place last in the human being which process takes place last in the development of a human being