24 Flashcards
1
Q
What are proteasomes?
A
Non-membranous
2
Q
What are the major structural components of proteasomes?
A
The core (CP) and the regulatory particle (RP).
3
Q
What is the function of proteasomes?
A
To degrade target proteins down to small peptides and remove proteins no longer needed by the cell.
4
Q
How do proteasomes differ from lysosomes in their function?
A
Lysosomes digest organelles or membranes by autophagy
