In a Temperate Deciduous Forest, the Concentration and Diversity of Animal

question 49

Multiple Choice

In a temperate deciduous forest, the concentration and diversity of animal life is greatest in the

• A)ground layer.
• B)herb layer.
• C)lower canopy.
• D)upper canopy.

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Tyrosine Kinase Receptor

A plasma membrane receptor that phosphorylates the tyrosine part of proteins; when a ligand binds to the receptor, the conformation of the receptor changes and it may phosphorylate itself as well as other molecules; important in immune function and serves as a receptor for insulin.

Ras Proteins

A family of proteins involved in transmitting signals within cells, playing a role in cell growth and development.

Fibroblast Cells

A type of cell found in connective tissue that produces collagen and other fibers, playing a crucial role in wound healing and tissue repair.

Growth Factors

A group of more than 50 extracellular peptides that signal certain cells to grow and divide.