Shiga Toxin Polypeptide B Binds to Surface Gangliosides on Target

question 51

Multiple Choice

Shiga toxin polypeptide B binds to surface gangliosides on target cells.If the gangliosides were removed

• A) polypeptide A would bind to target cells.
• B) polypeptide A would enter the cells.
• C) polypeptide B would not be able to bind.
• D) Vibrio would not produce cholera toxin.

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