MDCAT Biology MCQ #877

A molecule found on the cell surface consists of a carbohydrate chain covalently bonded to a protein. What is the classification of this molecule?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #877

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A molecule found on the cell surface consists of a carbohydrate chain covalently bonded to a protein. What is the classification of this molecule?

    • A) Glycoproteins
    • B) Glycolipids
    • C) Lipoproteins
    • D) Nucleoproteins

    Answer: Glycoproteins

    Explanation: Glycoproteins are conjugated molecules where carbohydrates are covalently bonded to proteins, often acting as receptors on the cell membrane.