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What is the main function of scaffolding proteins in signal transduction?
What is the main function of scaffolding proteins in signal transduction?
- Promote enzyme leakage from cells
- Increase signal transduction efficiency by grouping proteins (correct)
- Facilitate the binding of ligands to receptors
- Prevent the activation of relay proteins
In cell signaling, what happens to unbound receptors when ligand concentration falls?
In cell signaling, what happens to unbound receptors when ligand concentration falls?
- Receptors become permanently activated
- Receptors remain active
- Receptors revert to an active state
- Receptors revert to an inactive state (correct)
What is the purpose of apoptosis in cell biology?
What is the purpose of apoptosis in cell biology?
- Inactivate scavenger cells
- Promote enzyme leakage from dying cells
- Prevent enzymes from leaking out of dying cells (correct)
- Facilitate cell division
How does apoptosis contribute to embryonic development?
How does apoptosis contribute to embryonic development?
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What happens to components of a cell during apoptosis?
What happens to components of a cell during apoptosis?
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Which statement about signaling complexes is true?
Which statement about signaling complexes is true?
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What is the role of termination mechanisms in cell signaling?
What is the role of termination mechanisms in cell signaling?
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How does scaffolding protein help in signal transduction?
How does scaffolding protein help in signal transduction?
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What is the significance of apoptosis in preventing damage to neighboring cells?
What is the significance of apoptosis in preventing damage to neighboring cells?
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How does apoptosis contribute to shaping an organism during embryonic development?
How does apoptosis contribute to shaping an organism during embryonic development?
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