Activation of Zymogens Is Often Accomplished by

question 28

Multiple Choice

Activation of zymogens is often accomplished by

• A) aggregation of monomers to form the active oligomer.
• B) post-synthetic modification.
• C) formation of covalent crosslinks.
• D) hydrolysis of specific peptide bonds.
• E) addition of a cofactor.

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Definitions:

Eu-

A prefix meaning good, well, true, or genuine.

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place.

Air Cells

Small cavities found in various biological tissues, such as the cavities within the bone structure of the human ear, which help in respiratory gas exchange or sound transmission.

Lungs

A pair of spongy, air-filled organs located on either side of the chest (thorax), which play a crucial role in the respiratory system.