Which of the Following Means a Change in Shape of a Protein

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following means a change in shape of a protein?

• A)primary structure of protein
• B)peptide bond
• C)denaturation
• D)amino acid
• E)secondary structure of protein

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Definitions:

Cutaneous Receptor

A type of sensory receptor found in the dermis or epidermis of the skin that responds to tactile stimuli.

Ruffini Ending

A type of nerve ending found in the skin that detects stretching, deformations within joints, and warmth.

Merkel Cell

A type of skin cell that functions as a mechanoreceptor, contributing to the sense of touch by detecting pressure and texture.

Lamellated Corpuscle

The lamellated corpuscles, also known as Pacinian corpuscles, are nerve endings in the skin and other tissues that detect pressure and vibration.