Which of the following elements are most abundant in microtubules?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking us to identify the most abundant elements that constitute microtubules in eukaryotic cells, which involves understanding the composition of these structures.
Answer
Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur.
The most abundant elements in microtubules are components of tubulin, a protein that primarily consists of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur.
Answer for screen readers
The most abundant elements in microtubules are components of tubulin, a protein that primarily consists of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur.
More Information
The information suggesting sodium and chlorine are abundant in microtubules appears inaccurate. Microtubules are composed of tubulin proteins, primarily made up of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur.
Tips
Confusion may arise from misunderstanding tubulin's complex protein structure, which actually consists of basic elements from amino acids, not simple ions or salts.
Sources
- Microtubule - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
- Microtubule - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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