If a G Protein Were Unable to Release Its Bound

question 49

Multiple Choice

If a G protein were unable to release its bound nucleo­tide but could hydrolyze it, signal transduction would

• A) cease.
• B) be continuous.
• C) be unaffected.
• D) be constantly switching on and off.
• E) be unpredictable.

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Definitions:

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