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What is the main purpose of a hormone binding to a receptor?
What is the main purpose of a hormone binding to a receptor?
- To deactivate the receptor
- To induce a biochemical response in the target (correct)
- To stimulate the production of antibodies
- To destroy the receptor
How does the relationship between hormones and receptors resemble a lock and key mechanism?
How does the relationship between hormones and receptors resemble a lock and key mechanism?
- Hormones can physically lock the receptors
- Hormones and receptors have complementary shapes for binding (correct)
- Receptors can break down the hormones
- Receptors can alter the shape of hormones
Which statement best describes how antibodies function in the immune system?
Which statement best describes how antibodies function in the immune system?
- Antibodies have no specific shape requirements for latching onto antigens
- Antibodies latch onto antigens that stimulate their production (correct)
- Antibodies induce the production of hormones
- Antibodies destroy all substances they encounter
What happens if a hormone does not have the right shape to fit a receptor?
What happens if a hormone does not have the right shape to fit a receptor?
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How is the relationship between antibodies and antigens similar to Velcro?
How is the relationship between antibodies and antigens similar to Velcro?
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What is the relationship between function and shape mentioned in the text?
What is the relationship between function and shape mentioned in the text?
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How does the text explain the impact of shape on enzyme function?
How does the text explain the impact of shape on enzyme function?
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Which scenario best describes the impact of losing its shape on an enzyme?
Which scenario best describes the impact of losing its shape on an enzyme?
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How does the text connect hormonal action with shape?
How does the text connect hormonal action with shape?
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What happens to enzymes under unfavorable environmental conditions according to the text?
What happens to enzymes under unfavorable environmental conditions according to the text?
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