Functions of Proteins.
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Enzymatic catalysis | Most chemical reactions in organisms are catalyzed by enzymes. |
| Transport and Storage | many small molecules and ions are transported by way of specific proteins. |
| Coordinated motion | proteins are a major component of muscles. |
| Mechanical support | strength of skin and bone is due to the presence of collagen. |
| Immune protection | Antibodies are specific proteins that recognize and combine with foreign substances such as viruses, bacteria, and cells from other organisms. |
| Generation and Transmission of nerve impulses | receptor proteins allow nerve cells to respond to specific stimuli. |
| Control of growth and differentiation | the activities of different cells in multicellular organisms are coordinated by hormones |
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