You Are Investigating Cell Localization by Targeting the Carbohydrates Associated

question 9

Multiple Choice

You are investigating cell localization by targeting the carbohydrates associated with various cell types. Which of the following would help determine which carbohydrates are found on the cell surface based on this molecule's ability to bind various carbohydrates?

• A)cadherins
• B)proteoglycans
• C)lectins
• D)connexins
• E)pectins

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