11. The encoded protein caps the pointed end of actin filaments preventing both elongation and depolymerization . 12. Depolymerization is encouraged as the (-) ends are not linked to any other molecule.13. They act as microbule-stabilizing agents and are called depolymerization inhibitors like the paclitaxel analogues. 14. The equipment is substantially cheaper and less complex than what is required for depolymerization , he said. 15. At certain temperature, the polymerization reaches equilibrium ( rate of polymerization = rate of depolymerization ). 16. They stabilize the curved conformation by binding to the end of the microtubule and then catalyze depolymerization . 17. When hydrolysis catches up to the tip of the microtubule, it begins a rapid depolymerization and shrinkage. 18. The depolymerization of microtubules occurs and is soon followed by degradation of the neurofilaments and other cytoskeleton components. 19. It acts through the disruption ( depolymerization ) of microtubules, thus blocking anisotropic growth of plant cells. 20. It has been hypothesized that the role of actin depolymerization is crucial for regulation of the cochlear amplifier.
