Which Statement Below Is an Accurate Description of Receptor-Mediated Dimerization

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement below is an accurate description of receptor-mediated dimerization?

• A)Ligands act as allosteric regulators that turn on the ability of their receptors to form dimers.
• B)Ligands act as allosteric inhibitors that turn on the ability of their receptors to form dimers.
• C)Ligands act as allosteric inhibitors that turn off the ability of their receptors to form dimers.
• D)Ligands act as allosteric regulators that turn off the ability of their receptors to form dimers.
• E)Ligands act as bridging factors that allow the receptors to dimerize.

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Dilation

The process of widening or expanding an organ or opening in the body, often related to the eyes or blood vessels in response to various conditions.

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Dilation

The process of enlargement, expansion, or stretching of a body part or structure.