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2 August, 06:15

When an appropriate signal binds to a G protein-coupled receptor, what is the best description of how the information is passed across the plasma membrane?

Choice A., Binding of the signal molecule triggers the cell to produce G protein.

Choice B., The signal molecule is transported across the plasma membrane by the receptor protein.

Choice C., Signal binding causes a conformational change in the cytoplasmic portion of receptor protein.

Choice C., Signal binding causes a conformational change in the cytoplasmic portion of receptor

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  1. 2 August, 08:41
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    Signal binding causes a conformational change in the cytoplasmic portion of receptor protein

    Explanation:

    G-protein coupled receptors or GPCR are one of the most abundant and most common receptors present in the human body which sense a variety of stimulus from the environment.

    These GPCR are located on the surface of the cell in the plasma membrane seven times and are thus called seven-transmembrane receptors.

    The GPCR is associated with a G protein complex and when a ligand or stimulus binds to the receptors they cause a conformational change towards the cytoplasmic side. This conformational change transfers the GDP to G protein and a cascade of the signal begins.

    Thus, the selected option is correct.
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