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function of proteins
Table 2.8
Question | Answer |
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structural | form structural framework of various parts of the body. ex: collagen in bone |
regulatory | function as hormones that regulate various physiological processes; control growth and dev. as neurotransmitters and mediate respondses of nervous system ex. hormone insulin |
contractile | allowing shortening of muscle cells, which produces movement- ex. myosin |
Immunological | aid responses that protect against foreign substances and invading pathogens-ex. antibodies |
Transport | carry vital substances throughout the body |
catalytic | causes a reaction-ex. saliva |