NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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Which of the following proteins are NOT matched with their correct description?
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receptors-allows for cellular communication
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channels-act as “hallways” to allow substances to enter and exit cells
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antibodies-protect the body from invaders that can make it sick
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hemoglobin-helps to clot the blood
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -As its name suggests, hemoglobin is composed of “heme” groups (iron-containing rings) and “globins” (proteins). In fact, hemoglobin is composed of four globin proteins-two alpha chains and two beta chains-each with a heme group. The heme group contains one iron atom, and this can bind one molecule of oxygen.
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