Recent Technological Advances Have Made It More Feasible Than Ever

question 26

Multiple Choice

Recent technological advances have made it more feasible than ever to work out the three-dimensional structure of proteins.There is intense interest in this research field,called structural biology.Why?

• A)Understanding structure should help us understand function.
• B)Understanding structure can help in the design of drugs that alter the function of certain proteins.
• C)Solving a protein's 3-D structure can lead to a better understanding of how the molecule works-for example,by identifying the active site and determining if there are regulatory sites.
• D)All of the above apply.

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Definitions:

Emotional Methods

Techniques or strategies used to understand, manage, or express feelings.

Coping

The mental and behavioral processes that individuals use to manage the internal and external demands of stressful situations.

Express Anger

The act of outwardly displaying feelings of anger or displeasure towards a person, situation, or object.

Distract Himself

The act of diverting one's attention away from distressing thoughts or emotions to focus on other activities or thoughts.