A receptor protein in the plasma membrane will not bind to just any chemical in the extracellular fluid, but only to certain ones.That is to say, the receptor exhibits
A)selectivity.
B)specificity.
C)efficacy.
D)saturation.
E)fidelity.

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Receptor proteins exhibit specificity, meaning they bind only to specific molecules or ligands that fit their binding site, much like a lock and key.

A Receptor Protein in the Plasma Membrane Will Not Bind