Defective chloride ion channels in the plasma membrane cause thick mucus of tissues lining the airways and parts of the digestive system. This is an inherited disorder called ________.

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Most cases of cystic fibrosis are caused by defects in the movement of chloride ions through channels in the plasma membrane, causing the accumulation of thick mucus that causes breathing difficulties and digestive symptoms.

Defective Chloride Ion Channels in the Plasma Membrane Cause Thick