A Mutation in RTK Receptor That Allows the Receptor to Bind

question 29

Short Answer

A mutation in RTK receptor that allows the receptor to bind the ligand and pair with a wild-type receptor but blocks signal transduction is classified as a ________ mutation,whereas a mutation that activates RTK pairing signal transduction even in the absence of ligand is classified as a ________ mutation.

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Definitions:

Scientific Method

The scientific method is a systematic process for conducting research and experimentation, involving observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and conclusion to test scientific theories.

Reporting Findings

The process of presenting the results of a study or investigation to stakeholders or the public through various formats.

Archival Research

A method of research involving the study of historical documents and records to gather data and test hypotheses.

Meta-Analysis

A statistical technique for combining the findings from independent studies to determine the overall trend of data.