Some Drugs Affect the Function of the Adenylate Cyclase,an Enzyme

question 1

Multiple Choice

Some drugs affect the function of the adenylate cyclase,an enzyme located on the inner surface of the cell membrane.This enzyme is responsible for hydrolyzing adenosine triphosphate (ATP) into _____,which acts as a second messenger that activates other enzymes (i.e.,protein kinases) throughout the cell.

• A) adenosine diphosphate (ADP)
• B) cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP)
• C) acetylcholine
• D) norepinephrine
• E) adrenaline

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