Agglutinins

question 12

Multiple Choice

Agglutinins

• A) are surface antigens on RBCs.
• B) prevent blood clotting.
• C) are substances that can trigger a protective defense mechanism called an immune response.
• D) are antibodies that will attack surface antigens on RBCs of a different blood type.
• E) contain abundant stained "granules."

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Definitions:

HNO3

Nitric acid, a highly corrosive and toxic strong acid used in the manufacture of fertilizers and explosives.

D-Tagatose

A ketohexose sugar related to fructose that has potential health benefits and is used as a low-calorie sweetener.

Keto-Enol Tautomerization

A chemical equilibrium between a ketone and its corresponding enol (a compound with a double bond and a hydroxyl group connected to the same carbon), highlighting the mobility of hydrogen and electrons.

D-Glucose

A naturally occurring form of glucose, a simple sugar, that is widely found in nature and is a primary energy source for living organisms.