The $\alpha$ Subunit of Trimeric G Proteins Can Function to
A) Regulate

question 38

Multiple Choice

The $\alpha$ subunit of trimeric G proteins can function to

• A) regulate ion channels.
• B) activate adenylate cyclase.
• C) inhibit phospholipase A.
• D) inhibit phosphodiesterase.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

The method by which repeated association of two stimuli results in a response that was initially elicited by the second stimulus being elicited by the first stimulus over time.

Neutral Stimulus

An initially neutral stimulus that doesn't trigger a specific reaction besides drawing attention, until it becomes linked with an unconditioned stimulus.

Conditioned Stimulus

An initially neutral cue that, upon repeated pairing with an unconditioned stimulus, produces a conditioned reaction.

Positive Reinforcement

A process in operant conditioning where introducing a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.