If a Scientist Were Studying the Role of Different Proteins

question 19

Multiple Choice

If a scientist were studying the role of different proteins in the regulation of insulin secretion from a pancreatic cell,they would be studying

• A)genomics.
• B)proteomics.
• C)cell biology.
• D)both genomics and proteomics.
• E)both proteomics and cell biology.

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Definitions:

Glycolysis

Anaerobic breakdown of glucose that results in a gain of two ATP and the production of pyruvate; occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.

Electron Transport Chain

A sequence of electron carrier molecules that transfer electrons and release energy used to make ATP, found in the inner mitochondrial membrane.

Citric Acid Cycle

A series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetate derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into carbon dioxide.

Glycolysis

The metabolic pathway that converts glucose into pyruvate, generating energy in the form of ATP.