Which of the Following Is (Are) Required for Initiation of Protein

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is (are) required for initiation of protein synthesis in bacteria?

• A) mRNA
• B) the 30S subunit
• C) fmet-tRNA_f
• D) GTP
• E) All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Prothrombin

A protein present in blood plasma that is converted into active thrombin during coagulation, playing a key role in blood clot formation.

Fibrinogen

A soluble plasma protein that is converted to the insoluble protein fibrin during blood clotting.

Fibrin

A fibrous protein involved in the clotting of blood, formed from fibrinogen in response to injury.

Basophils

A type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and inflammation, characterized by the presence of granules that can release histamine and other substances.