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Explain the difference between ion channels and G proteins as they relate to signal transduction and targets of medications.
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Solution
Ion channels and G proteins are pivotal in cellular signal transduction, each with distinct mechanisms and roles.
Ion Channels:
- Definition: Ion channels are specialized membrane proteins that form pores allowing specific ions (e.g., Na+^++, K+^++, Ca2+^2+2+, Cl−^-−) to pass through the cell membrane.
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