Which Is False About Pertussis Toxin

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which is False about pertussis toxin?

• A) It uses part B to attach to receptors on the host cell.
• B) It uses part A to inactivate G protein.
• C) It affects the level of cAMP in a cell.
• D) It affects the level of mucus secretion.
• E) It uses part A to attach to receptors on the host cell.

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Definitions:

Amino Acid Sequence

The order of amino acids in a protein, which determines the protein's structure, function, and properties.

Nucleotide Sequence

The order of nucleotides in a segment of DNA or RNA, representing the genetic information of an organism.

Gly-His-Lys

A tripeptide consisting of glycine, histidine, and lysine, which is often studied for its role in wound healing and other biological functions.

Codons

Sequences of three nucleotides in mRNA that code for specific amino acids during protein synthesis or signal the termination of protein elongation.