Individuals with cystic fibrosis have a defective _______ ion channel in their epithelial membrane
A) Water
B) Chloride
C) Potassium
D) Protein
E) Sodium

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Cystic fibrosis is caused by a defective chloride ion channel, specifically the CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator) protein, which affects the movement of chloride ions across epithelial membranes, leading to thick, sticky mucus production.

Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis Have a Defective _______ Ion Channel