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Ch. 4 - Introduction to Eukaryotic Cells
Norman-McKay- Microbiology: Basic and Clinical Principles 2nd Edition
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Capitolo 2, Problema 7

___________________ is also called cell drinking and is an example of an endocytic process.

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Understand the key terms in the question: 'cell drinking' and 'endocytic process'. Endocytosis is a cellular process where the cell engulfs material from its surroundings by enclosing it in a vesicle formed from the plasma membrane.
Recall that there are different types of endocytosis, including phagocytosis (cell eating) and pinocytosis (cell drinking).
Identify that 'cell drinking' refers to the uptake of fluids and dissolved substances, which is characteristic of pinocytosis.
Recognize that pinocytosis is a form of endocytosis where the cell takes in extracellular fluid and small molecules by forming small vesicles.
Conclude that the term that fits the blank is 'Pinocytosis', which is also called cell drinking and is an example of an endocytic process.

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Endocytosis

Endocytosis is a cellular process where the cell membrane engulfs external substances, bringing them into the cell enclosed in vesicles. It allows cells to intake nutrients, fluids, and other molecules from their environment.
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Pinocytosis

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