A Chemical Compound Is Discovered Which Prevents the Actin Protein

question 47

Multiple Choice

A chemical compound is discovered which prevents the actin protein from interacting with the myosin protein. What can you deduce about this compound?

• A) It might be an effective compound against amoeboid protozoans but might also be too toxic to human cells to be used.
• B) It might be an effective compound against bacterial pathogens.
• C) It might have toxic effects against all eukaryotic cells.
• D) It might be an effective compound against bacterial pathogens amoeboid protozoans.
• E) It might be an effective compound against amoeboid protozoans.

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