Electrocytes - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Body Fluids and Circulation Blood Composition: Blood consists of plasma, red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets. Plasma contains water, electrolytes, proteins, hormones, and waste products. Functions of Blood: Transport of nutrients, oxygen, hormones, and waste products. Regulation of body temperature, pH, and electrolyte balance. Defense against pathogens and foreign substances. Circulatory System: Comprises the heart, blood vessels, and b...

7. Explain the difference between strongly and weakly electric fishes. Which one should I be scared of? What type of cel1s did electrocytes evolve from? What is the neurotransmitter used to communicate between the nervous system and electrocytes? What cross-membrane protein do electrocytes uses to generate a charge gradient? Solution 1. Differences between Strongly and weakly electric fishes: 2. From the above discussion, it is clear that we should be scared of strongly electric fish...