Binding of a Ligand to a Type of G-Protein-Linked Receptor

question 13

Multiple Choice

Binding of a ligand to a type of G-protein-linked receptor called G_s stimulates the production of

• A) cAMP.
• B) cGMP.
• C) IP₃.
• D) DAG.

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Definitions:

Electronic Transitions

Describes the movement of electrons between energy levels within an atom or molecule, commonly observed in spectroscopy.

Absorption

The process by which one substance is taken up by another, either through permeation or chemical reaction.

λmax

The wavelength at which a substance exhibits maximum absorbance, often used in spectroscopy to characterize compounds.

UV Spectrum

The part of the electromagnetic spectrum that encompasses ultraviolet light, used in studying molecular structures and chemical properties.