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46. The non-protein portion of a chromoprotein, such as the rhodopsin found in retinal rod cells, is

A. Retinal (Vitamin A derivative)
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B. Oligosaccharide chain
C. Palmitic acid
D. Ribose monophosphate

📝 Explanation

Rhodopsin is a conjugated light-sensitive chromoprotein consisting of the protein opsin covalently bound to the carotenoid retinal.

📖 Additional Information

  • Retinal (Vitamin A derivative)
  • Oligosaccharide chain
  • Palmitic acid
  • Ribose monophosphate

Rhodopsin is a conjugated light-sensitive chromoprotein consisting of the protein opsin covalently bound to the carotenoid retinal.

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