A factor decreases the likelihood of later problems.
For example, a stable home reduces the likelihood of problems from fetal alcohol
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Mucous membranes.. a. cover or line external surface of body. b. line internal body surfaces that are in contact with the environment. c. produce antibodies to combat infection. d. secrete sweat, which has antibacterial enzymes.

Match these items. 1. the ability to evaluate information to judge whether it is true or not consequence 2. the result of a decision made or an action taken discernment

Diseases may arise when proteins fail to fold correctly in their last stages of processing and/or are directed towards the lysosome rather than towards the cell membrane. cystic fibrosis is an example of this type of disease. in cystic fibrosis, a functional ion channel is sent to the lysosome for destruction rather than being sent to the plasma membrane. given this observation, the cellular component that is most likely the cause of the disease is the