The classes of membrane proteins that recognize extracellular structures are called
A) receptor proteins.
B) channel proteins.
C) carrier proteins.
D) anchor proteins.
E) identifier proteins.

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Receptor proteins recognize extracellular structures and transmit signals into the cell. Channel, carrier, and anchor proteins are involved in transportation or stabilization of molecules in the membrane, while identifier proteins help cells differentiate between self and non-self cells.

The Classes of Membrane Proteins That Recognize Extracellular Structures Are