Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Fluid mosaic membranes

Fluid mosaic membranes — practice question

The sliding filament model explains the contraction of striated muscle.
(a(i))[1]

Describe what occurs in the sarcomere after the myosin head releases ADP and inorganic phosphate ($\text{P}_\text{i}$).

(a(ii))[3]

Explain exactly what role ATP plays in the sliding filament model.

(b(i))[1]

Ultrafiltration needs a high blood pressure in the glomerulus. Explain how this high blood pressure is created.

(b(ii))[1]

Name the chief filtration barrier in the nephron that permits creatinine to enter the renal capsule but prevents red blood cells from passing through.

(c)
(c(i))[2]

Describe the pattern shown in Fig. 5.2.

(c(ii))[2]

Use Fig. 5.2 to estimate the creatinine concentration in the blood that shows a normal GFR.

(c(iii))[2]

Suggest two reasons why the GFR might fall.

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