Which of the following statements regarding endocytosis and exocytosis is correct?
A) Endocytosis is a method by which large molecules may be secreted from a cell.
B) Exocytosis is a method by which large molecules may be secreted from a cell.
C) Pinocytosis is a form of endocytosis; phagocytosis is a type of exocytosis.
D) Pinocytosis is a form of exocytosis; phagocytosis is a type of endocytosis.
E) Pinocytosis and phagocytosis are both types of exocytosis.

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Exocytosis is the process by which large molecules are secreted from a cell, while endocytosis is the process by which large molecules are brought into a cell. Pinocytosis and phagocytosis are both forms of endocytosis, not exocytosis.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Endocytosis and Exocytosis Is