Which of the following endocytotic processes is important for moving fluid into cells?
A) pinocytosis
B) receptor-mediated endocytosis for water
C) phagocytosis
D) receptor-mediated endocytosis for hormones

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Pinocytosis is specifically involved in the uptake of fluids and solutes into cells through the formation of small vesicles. Unlike phagocytosis, which engulfs large particles or cells, or receptor-mediated endocytosis, which targets specific molecules, pinocytosis allows for the general intake of extracellular fluid.

Which of the Following Endocytotic Processes Is Important for Moving