Which of the following statements is true of chaperones?
A) They are enhancers that help in cell signaling by responding to external stimuli.
B) They are methyl proteins that methylate amino acids in a DNA sequence.
C) They are DNA sequences that bind to transcription factors to slow the rate of transcription.
D) They are proteins that help in the proper folding of newly synthesized polypeptide chains.

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Chaperones are proteins that assist in the proper folding of newly synthesized polypeptide chains by preventing misfolding, aggregation, and premature degradation.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Chaperones