Which of the Following Least Likely to Be a Function

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following least likely to be a function of proteins in living organisms?

• A)defense
• B)support
• C)metabolism
• D)transport
• E)long term energy storage

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Definitions:

G₁

The first gap phase or growth phase in the cell cycle where a cell increases in size and synthesizes proteins and organelles.

S Phase

S Phase is the phase of the cell cycle in which DNA replication occurs, preparing the cell for division.

G₂

The phase in the cell cycle following DNA synthesis (S phase) and preceding cell division, involved in cell growth and the preparation for mitosis.

G₀

A phase of the cell cycle in which cells are in a state of dormancy and do not divide, showing no preparation for DNA synthesis or cell division.