Proteins bind selectively to small-molecule targets called ligands. The selection of one ligand out of a mixture of possible ligands depends on the number of weak, noncovalent interactions in the protein's ligand-binding site

Where is the binding site typically located in the protein structure?
(a) on the surface of the protein
(b) inside a cavity on the protein surface
(c) buried in the interior of the protein
(d) forms on the surface of the protein in the presence of ligand


(b)

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In your research, you have discovered that Protein X is often ubiquitinated in people with a certain disease. What would you predict about levels of Protein X in these patients?  

A.  Levels of Protein X will be low due to degradation in the proteasome. B.  Levels of Protein X will be the same, just carrying a ubiquitin tag. C.  Levels of Protein X will be increased due to transcriptional activation. D.  Levels of Protein X will be decreased due to negative feedback on transcription. E.  Levels of Protein X will be increased due to protection from degradation. Clarify Question · What is the key concept addressed by the question? · What type of thinking is required? · What key words does the question contain and what do they mean? Gather Content · What do you already know about ubiquitination? Consider Possibilities · What other information is related to the question? Which information is most useful? Choose Answer · Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer? Reflect on Process · Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?

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Explain how proprioceptors work

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Refer to Figure 53-5. A population that produces a large number of offspring, but the offspring must

survive independently, would be represented by the curve labeled:a.
A
b. B
c. C
d. Either A or B.
e. Either A, B, or C.

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Name two genera of bacteria that are acid fast.

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