Which of the Following Properties Is Associated with a Protein

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following properties is associated with a protein that will be secreted from a eukaryotic cell?

• A) It must be translated by a ribosome that remains free within the cytosol.
• B) Its signal sequence must target it to the ER, after which it goes to the Golgi.
• C) Its signal sequence must be cleaved off before the polypeptide can enter the ER.
• D) Its signal sequence must target it to the plasma membrane, where it causes exocytosis.

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