Proteins in Cells Can Act as Important Buffer Systems

question 101

Multiple Choice

Proteins in cells can act as important buffer systems. If intracellular pH rises, certain ________ of proteins can ________ H⁺ to return pH to normal conditions.

• A) amino acids; donate
• B) nucleotides; donate
• C) amino acids; accept
• D) nucleotides; accept

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Factors Of Production

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Total Economic Cost

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