If a T cell antigen receptor was composed of only a single alpha chain, the receptor would ________.
A) bind to a wider variety of antigens
B) not penetrate the cell membrane
C) resemble a B cell receptor
D) not be able to bind to antigens effectively

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A T cell receptor requires both an alpha and a beta chain to form a functional antigen-binding site. A single alpha chain would not be sufficient for effective antigen binding.

If a T Cell Antigen Receptor Was Composed of Only