The Channel "Gate" Is Best Described as a Part of the Channel

question 36

Multiple Choice

The channel "gate" is best described as a part of the channel

• A) pore that contains a ring of uncharged residues that interact with specific ions.
• B) pore that contains a ring of charged residues that interact with specific ions.
• C) structure that can change shape to either close or open the access through the channel pore.
• D) structure that responds directly to changes in voltage across the plasma membrane.
• E) pore that aids in stripping water from hydrated ions before they enter the pore.

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