cell biology 9 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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what determines the function of proteins
A
the function is determined by their shape. the shape of proteins is determined by the order of amino acids when the protein is synthesised
2
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what are receptors
A
transmit information into cell resulting in a chemical response
3
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what are hormones
A
chemical messengers
4
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what are enzymes
A
biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions
5
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what are antibodies
A
white blood cells that fight off pathogens
