what-is-the-significance-of-the-ran-gtp-to-gdp-conversion-in-the-nuclear-import-

Question

What is the significance of the Ran GTP to GDP conversion in the nuclear import cycle?

Accepted Answer

It allows importin to be released and reused in the cytosol.

Answer

It exports cargo proteins from the nucleus.

Answer

It degrades importin, preventing further import.

Answer

It phosphorylates cargo proteins, activating them.