A Sweat Gland Is an Example of A(n)________ Gland

question 2

Multiple Choice

A sweat gland is an example of a(n) ________ gland.

• A)exocrine
• B)paracrine
• C)endocrine
• D)autocrine

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Definitions:

Merrifeld Synthesis

A method for synthesizing peptides and proteins using a solid-phase synthesis technique.

Tripeptide

A peptide made up of three amino acids linked by peptide bonds, integral to various biological functions.

Protecting Groups

Chemical groups attached to a molecule's sensitive functional groups to block them from unwanted reactions during synthesis steps, to be removed later to reveal the original functional group.

Carboxypeptidase

An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of the carboxyl-terminal (C-terminal) peptide bond in a protein or peptide.