Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Types of Membrane Proteins

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Types of Membrane Proteins

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following are possible functions of glycoproteins in the plasma membrane?

Energy production

Cell recognition and signaling

Protein synthesis

DNA replication

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Understand the structure of glycoproteins: Glycoproteins are molecules that consist of a protein and a carbohydrate (sugar) chain. They are embedded in the plasma membrane of cells.

Identify the role of glycoproteins in the plasma membrane: Glycoproteins play a crucial role in cell-cell interactions, serving as recognition sites for other cells and molecules.

Explore the function of cell recognition: Glycoproteins are involved in the immune response by helping the body recognize its own cells versus foreign cells, which is essential for immune function.

Examine the role in cell signaling: Glycoproteins can act as receptors for signaling molecules, allowing cells to communicate with each other and respond to changes in their environment.

Differentiate from unrelated functions: Energy production, protein synthesis, and DNA replication are not functions of glycoproteins in the plasma membrane. These processes occur in different cellular contexts and involve other cellular components.