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How are receptor proteins located in the cell membrane?
Options
- AReceptor proteins are embedded in the membrane in such a way that their small part possessing active site proj
- BReceptor proteins are found exclusively in the cytoplasm of the cell.
- CReceptor proteins are anchored to the extracellular surface of the cell membrane.
- DReceptor proteins are located in the nucleus of the cell.
Correct answer
A. Receptor proteins are embedded in the membrane in such a way that their small part possessing active site proj
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) Receptor proteins are embedded in the membrane in such a way that their small part possessing active site projects out of the surface of its membrane and opens on the outside region of the cell membrane.