Protein Biology Terminology

noun a cell or group of cells that receives stimuli from the environment

adjective relating to or functioning as a receptor

• The receptor on the cell membrane allows for the binding of specific molecules.
• The receptor in the brain helps us process information.
• I heard that new video game has a really cool receptor system.
• His heart was like a receptor, always open to new experiences and emotions.

noun a protein that forms microfilaments in the cytoskeleton of eukaryotic cells

• Actine is a protein that plays a key role in cell movement and muscle contraction.
• I learned in biology class that actine is important for muscle function.
• I need to work out more to build up my actine levels.
• His words had the actine of a well-rehearsed speech, smooth and powerful.