What is up-regulation, and what may cause it to occur?Give an example of up-regulation in the body

Q: What will happen if a first nucleotide is switched from a codon. For example if it is switched from…

A: A codon is made of three DNA or RNA nucleotides which correspond to specific amino acid which…

Q: Describe the chemical nature of prostaglandins. List some of the different forms of prostaglandins…

A: To describe: The chemical nature of prostaglandins, different forms of prostaglandins, and their…

Q: Below are structures of several steroid hormones derived from cholesterol. Circle the steroid…

A: Steroids are biological compounds which have four rings with specific molecular configuration.…

Q: Which weight loss suggestion is designed to achieve some level of ketosis? Atkins Diet Exercise…

A: Ketosis is a metabolic condition that occurs naturally. It entails the body generating ketone bodies…

Q: If you chug water when you’re hungry, you’ll temporarily feel full because of the _________…

A: Leptin is a hormone secreted by the nucleus of hypothalamus. Leptin can lower the appetite and hence…

Q: What role does cyclic AMP play in glucose regulation?

A: Cyclic adenosine monophosphate is a messenger molecule used in the signalling pathways. It is…

Q: What adipokine has anti-inflammatory and anti-thrombotic effects and also acts to reduce insulin…

A: Adipokines as the name suggests are adipocytokines or cell signaling molecules produced by the…

Q: Which of the following is water-soluble and therefore must bind to a cell surface receptor in order…

A: Hormones based on their mode of action are divided into two; Hormones that pass through the plasma…

Q: What accounts for the fact that liver phosphorylase is a glucose sensor, whereas muscle…

A: Glycogen phosphorylase breakdown of glycogen to glucose-1-phosphate. The liver is the site for the…

Q: How does aspirin interact with cellular organization in a human?

A: Aspirin is the most commonly prescribed medication in the world. Every year, approximately 80…

Q: Describe one function of prostaglandins.

A: The prostaglandins are a group of lipid molecules that are produced near the damaged tissues or at…

Q: How does insulin cause cells to take up glucose?

A: Insulin is a hormone which regulates the amount of glucose in blood level

Q: In what two organs does major glycogen storage occur?

A: Glycogen is a branched polysaccharide of glucose and the main form of glucose in human body. It…

Q: n what form does the body primarily store any excess glucose

A: Glucose is a metabolic form of energy in all living organism and it derived from carbohydrates.…

Q: What are endorphins, and what is their connection to dietary fat?

A: Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine.

Q: What describes an action of activated G protein?

A: G-protein-coupled receptors contain a diverse group of membrane-bound signaling molecules. G-protein…

Q: What are examples of endogenous and exogenous enzymes and how do they work (what are they…

A: Enzymes are proteins which assist our systems accelerate chemical reactions. Enzymes are necessary…

Q: ____ hormones enter target cells and bind to intracellular receptors, whereas ____ hormones bind to…

A: Hormones are basically molecules that interact with certain target cells to signal to the cell what…

Q: What is cohesins

A: A cell consists of a cell organelle, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, receptors, etc. Each…

Q: Briefly discuss the process of glycogen synthesis in step by step

A: Glycogen synthesis , also called glycogenesis is the process by which the liver polymerize excess…

Q: What are the symptoms of taurine deficiency in cats? Write in items.

A: Large numbers of cats suffer from taurine deficiency. This is because cats are unable to absorb all…

Q: What is the role of ATP in amino acid activation?

A: Amino acid activation refers to the attachment of an amino acid to its transfer RNA (tRNA). This…

Q: How does insulin contribute in regulation of fatty acid metabolism?

A: Fatty acids are the simplest form of lipids and they serve as the constituent in a large number of…

Q: What aspect of β cell function ultimately fails as a result of overnutrition, causing the transition…

A: Glucose is the preferred source of energy in all living organisms. Glucose metabolism is dependant…

Q: Why is adipose tissue considered to be an endocrine organ?

A: Endocrinology is the branch of science that deals with the study of hormones. Hormones are chemical…

Q: Which of the following is NOT a signal molecule? А. САМР В. GABA C. Insulin D. Glucagon E.…

A: Signal molecules are also known as ligand. Ligand binds with receptors and starts signaling Cascade.

Q: How might increased synthesis of aspartate and glutamate affect energy production in a cell? How…

A: Biomolecules are organic molecules that function inside living organisms. They are divided into…

Q: What aspect of β cell function ultimately fails as a result of overnutrition, causing the transition…

A: Glucose is the preferred source of energy in all living organisms. Glucose metabolism is dependent…

Q: What do you mean by growth regulators?

A: Cells are the structural and functional unit of life. These cells divide further in order to…

Q: The hormone that directly stimulates metabolism by increasing lipolysis and indirectly stimulates…

A: The breakdown of fats or lipids into fatty acids (lipolysis) releases an enormous amount of energy,…

Q: Briefly explain how insulin and glucagon work in concert to regulate blood glucose.

A: The pancreas is a composite gland. A large pancreatic duct runs through the gland, carrying enzymes…

Q: Explain the role of cellular trasport mechanism in making sure to keep the normal temperature of the…

A: A cell is a mass of cytoplasm that is bound remotely by a cell membrane. Typically tiny in size,…

Q: Describe how a hormone can bind to a membrane-boundreceptor, directly change enzyme activity inside…

A: There are hormones that are lipid-soluble can directly cross the plasma membrane but there are few…

Q: Explain how the cassading effect of hormonal pathway amplifies the response

A: Hormones are chemical messengers that are released by the tissues of the body and perform specific…

Q: In general terms, describe the intracellular processing of a typical glycoprotein that is destined…

A: Glycoproteins are considered as the protein molecules which are attached to the carbohydrate…

Q: Explain the importance of the regulation of protein turnover

A: Introduction: Protein turnover is the process by which older proteins are replaced when they degrade…

Q: Identify the key features of the feedback loop that regulates your blood sugar after a meal.

A: Animal physiology is the systematic study of the supporting features, roles, and processes of…

Q: Explain the role of creatine kinase in cell metabolism.

A: Metabolism refers to the chemical reactions that help the food molecules change into energy within…