MCQ on G Protein-Coupled Receptors (GPCRs)
GPCR, or G protein-coupled receptor, is a cell membrane protein that detects external signals and activates intracellular responses. It plays a crucial role in cell […]
GPCR, or G protein-coupled receptor, is a cell membrane protein that detects external signals and activates intracellular responses. It plays a crucial role in cell […]
Tertiary structure refers to the overall three-dimensional arrangement of a single polypeptide chain in a protein. It results from the folding and interactions between distant […]
The secondary structure of a protein involves local folding patterns, primarily α-helices and β-sheets, stabilized by hydrogen bonds between amino acids in the polypeptide chain. […]
Quaternary structure refers to the arrangement of multiple polypeptide subunits in a functional protein. It results from the interaction and assembly of individual subunits, forming […]
The primary structure of proteins refers to the linear sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain. It is determined by the specific order of […]
Heat shock proteins (HSPs) are a family of cellular proteins that help cells respond to stress, such as high temperatures or other environmental challenges. They […]
Sphingolipids are a class of lipids characterized by a sphingoid base backbone. Found in cell membranes, they play roles in signal transduction and structural integrity. […]
Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is a vital component of gram-negative bacterial outer membranes. Comprising lipid A, O-antigen, and core polysaccharide, LPS influences bacterial integrity, immune responses, and […]
A protein domain is a distinct structural and functional unit within a protein. A motif is a conserved sequence pattern or structural element within a […]