Mammals Produce Heat by Using the Endogenous Uncoupling Agent

question 78

Multiple Choice

Mammals produce heat by using the endogenous uncoupling agent:

• A)the small molecule 2-4-Dinitrophenol synthesized by the cell.
• B)the protein thermogenin.
• C)the protein thioredoxin.
• D)the protein cytochrome c.
• E)a modified form of the F_oF₁ ATPase.

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