Which Statement Describes One of the Roles of MTORC1

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes one of the roles of mTORC1?

• A) mTORC1 activates AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), resulting in energy production for cell growth.
• B) mTORC1 activates translation of proteins involved in lipid synthesis and mitochondrial metabolism.
• C) mTORC1 acts through AMPK to increase sensitivity of hepatocytes and myocytes to insulin.
• D) mCTOR1 reduces the uptake of glucose by hepatocytes, ensuring the brain has an adequate glucose supply.
• E) All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Canalization

Limitation on variance of expression of certain inherited characteristics.

Concordance

Agreement, harmony, or compatibility between opinions or actions.

Monozygotic Twins

Twins who originate from a single fertilized egg, making them genetically identical.

Heritability

The proportion of observed variation in a particular trait, within a population, that can be attributed to inherited genetic factors.