The Immunoglobulin Monomer Consists of

question 69

Multiple Choice

The immunoglobulin monomer consists of

• A) four large chains.
• B) two heavy and two light chains.
• C) five light chains.
• D) three heavy and three light chains.
• E) one heavy and two light chains.

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Definitions:

Denatured

Refers to a structural change in a protein that results in the loss of its biological properties, often due to heat, acid, or other chemical agents.

Hydrochloric Acid

A strong, corrosive acid found in gastric juice that helps digest food in the stomach.

Chemical Digestion

The breakdown of food into smaller components by enzymatic reactions, allowing nutrients to be absorbed into the bloodstream.

Proteins

Large, complex molecules made up of amino acids that perform a variety of functions in the body, including structural support, catalysis of metabolic reactions, and transport.