Attachment of HIV to the Target Cell Depends on

question 20

Multiple Choice

Attachment of HIV to the target cell depends on

• A) gp41 binding to the CD4+ receptor.
• B) gp120 combining with the chemokine receptor CCR5.
• C) CXCR4 binding to the CD4+ receptor.
• D) gp120 binding to the CD4+ plasma membrane.
• E) gp120 combining with the CD4+ receptor.

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Definitions:

Rhomboideus Major

A muscle in the upper back that connects the scapula with the vertebral column, aiding in the shoulder's retraction and rotation.

Rotator Cuff

A group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, supporting and enabling various arm movements.

Glenoid Fossa

A shallow depression in the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus, forming the shoulder joint.

Scapula

A bone that connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collar bone) and is commonly known as the shoulder blade.