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What are the similarities between G actin and F actin?

Posted October 31, 2022


Answer

G-actin and F-actin are two structural forms of actin, a multifunctional protein that plays a key role in the formation of microfilaments. Both forms serve as essential components in this process. 

Additional resources

F-actin and G-actin binding are uncoupled by mutation of conserved tyrosine residues in maize actin depolymerizing factor (ZmADF)

Cell Navigator® F-Actin Labeling Kit *Blue Fluorescence*

Phalloidin-iFluor® 488 Conjugate

Actin