AP Cell Communication

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What is paracrine signaling?

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A type of cell signaling where the target cell is close to the signal-releasing cell, allowing for localized communication.

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What is the first step of apoptosis?

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The DNA is destroyed.

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What role do protein kinases play in cell signaling?

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They activate proteins by transferring a phosphate group to them.

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Are all signals and receptors the same in all cells?

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False. Different cells can have different signals and receptors.

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What is a ligand in cell communication?

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A signaling molecule that binds to a receptor to initiate a response.

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What is the function of receptors in cell signaling?

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Receptors are proteins that receive and respond to signaling molecules.

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What is autocrine signaling?

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A type of signaling where a cell targets itself, releasing signals that bind to its own receptors.

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What is endocrine signaling?

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A type of signaling where hormones are released into the bloodstream to target distant cells.

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What is synaptic signaling?

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A type of signaling that occurs in the nervous system, where neurotransmitters are released across synapses.

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What is the role of phosphatases in cell signaling?

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They remove phosphate groups from proteins, often reversing the action of protein kinases.