activate

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Once generated, retinoic acid activates a receptor inside the cell nucleus, launching a signaling cascade that changes gene activity.

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As stress builds inside the cells, they activate internal stress responses that ultimately lead to cell death.

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The excess calcium can weaken muscle fibers directly or activate enzymes that gradually break down muscle tissue.

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"For a short period today, we activated Monzo Stand-in - our fully independent backup bank - while we investigated an issue," they told the BBC.

From BBC

It becomes activated as the baby stretches these tissues, triggering a neural reflex that boosts uterine contractions.

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