Explain the concept of signal sequences in protein targeting. Describe the process by which proteins are transported to the mitochondrial matrix.
Signal Sequences and Mitochondrial Protein Targeting Introduction Proteins synthesized in the cell often need to be transported to specific organelles to perform their functions. This targeting is directed by special amino acid sequences known as signal sequences. In the case of mitochondria, proteins synthesized in the cytosol are directed to the mitochondrial matrix using such […]