Which Statement Regarding Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) Stress Is Correct

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress is correct?

• A)During ER stress, proteins are rapidly degraded.
• B)During ER stress, lipids cannot travel to their proper intracellular locations.
• C)During ER stress, long-chain fatty acids accumulate in the nervous system.
• D)During ER stress, nondegraded substances accumulate in the cells.

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