A(n)_______________ is a substance that binds to site on a protein and causes a conformational change in the protein,but neither activates nor prevents activation of the protein.
A) partial agonist
B) agonist
C) antagonist
D) allosteric regulator

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Allosteric regulators bind to a site on a protein different from the active site, causing a conformational change in the protein. This change can affect the protein's activity but does not directly activate or inhibit the protein in the way that agonists or antagonists do.

A(n)_______________ Is a Substance That Binds to Site on a Protein