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What is the function of the tyrosine kinase domain in receptor proteins?
What is the function of the tyrosine kinase domain in receptor proteins?
- Act as an ion channel for signaling
- Bind to the extracellular ligands
- Facilitate autophosphorylation of the intracellular domain (correct)
- Catalyze the hydrolysis of GDP to GTP
What is the main purpose of G alpha and G beta-gamma proteins upon ligand binding to receptors?
What is the main purpose of G alpha and G beta-gamma proteins upon ligand binding to receptors?
- Hydrolyze cAMP
- Inhibit the activity of target proteins
- Promote receptor internalization
- Separate and initiate downstream signaling pathways (correct)
Which enzyme is responsible for converting glycogen into glucose-1-phosphate?
Which enzyme is responsible for converting glycogen into glucose-1-phosphate?
- Protein kinase A
- Adenylate cyclase (correct)
- G protein-coupled receptor
- Arrestin
What is a common characteristic of cancer cells in terms of signaling pathways?
What is a common characteristic of cancer cells in terms of signaling pathways?
In the context of cell signaling, what role does negative feedback play?
In the context of cell signaling, what role does negative feedback play?
How do cells overcome the challenge posed by blocking a single pathway in cancer therapies?
How do cells overcome the challenge posed by blocking a single pathway in cancer therapies?
What is the main task of cell signaling?
What is the main task of cell signaling?
What can happen if the coordination of cell signaling goes wrong?
What can happen if the coordination of cell signaling goes wrong?
What is the role of feedback in cell signaling?
What is the role of feedback in cell signaling?
What is the role of a ligand in cell signaling?
What is the role of a ligand in cell signaling?
What is an example of paracrine signaling?
What is an example of paracrine signaling?
How do small molecules like steroids facilitate cell signaling?
How do small molecules like steroids facilitate cell signaling?
