BIO NMDCAT CELL STRUCTURE & FUNCTION
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84. The primary biochemical function of the carbohydrate component that forms the outer glycocalyx coating of animal cells is

A. Serving as a template for DNA replication
B. Cell-to-cell recognition and immune system identification
C. Driving the electron transport chain
D. Storing high-density triacylglycerol reserves

📝 Explanation

The branched sugar chains of the glycocalyx act as molecular tags, enabling the immune system to recognize self cells and coordinate interactions.

📖 Additional Information

  • Serving as a template for DNA replication
  • Cell-to-cell recognition and immune system identification
  • Driving the electron transport chain
  • Storing high-density triacylglycerol reserves

The branched sugar chains of the glycocalyx act as molecular tags, enabling the immune system to recognize self cells and coordinate interactions.

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