Actin molecules polymerize and depolymerize at both plus and minus ends. Which of the following statements correctly describes the rate of actin polymerization in the absence of a capping protein?
W) Polymerization occurs quickest at the plus end
X) Polymerization occurs quickest at the minus end
Y) Polymerization occurs equally quickly at the plus and minus ends
Z) Polymerization does not occur without capping proteins
✔️Answer:W) Polymerization occurs quickest at the plus end
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