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Which classification of amino acids includes Leucine and Proline?
Which classification of amino acids includes Leucine and Proline?
- Polar but Neutral
- Acidic
- Basic
- Non-Polar (correct)
Which group of amino acids can only be obtained from food?
Which group of amino acids can only be obtained from food?
- Conditionally Essential
- Essential (correct)
- Polar but Neutral
- Nonessential
Which property describes amino acids that are zwitterions?
Which property describes amino acids that are zwitterions?
- Hydrophobic
- Neutral charge
- Positive charge on one atom, negative on another (correct)
- Partially charged
Which amino acid is both Non-Polar and Essential?
Which amino acid is both Non-Polar and Essential?
Which amino acid can easily be dimerized by mild oxidizing agents?
Which amino acid can easily be dimerized by mild oxidizing agents?
Which amino acid is negatively charged at neutral pH due to its carboxyl group losing a proton?
Which amino acid is negatively charged at neutral pH due to its carboxyl group losing a proton?
What is the primary structure of a protein related to?
What is the primary structure of a protein related to?
Which amino acid has a basic side chain and can be found in protonated or un-protonated forms in proteins?
Which amino acid has a basic side chain and can be found in protonated or un-protonated forms in proteins?
Which type of structure involves interactions between adjacent amino acids such as hydrogen bonds?
Which type of structure involves interactions between adjacent amino acids such as hydrogen bonds?
What type of bonds are formed between nonpolar amino acids to cluster them away from water?
What type of bonds are formed between nonpolar amino acids to cluster them away from water?
Which interaction is crucial for the quaternary structure of proteins involving more than one polypeptide chain?
Which interaction is crucial for the quaternary structure of proteins involving more than one polypeptide chain?
Flashcards
Non-Polar Amino Acids
Non-Polar Amino Acids
Amino acids like Leucine and Proline that have hydrophobic side chains, meaning they don't interact with water.
Essential Amino Acids
Essential Amino Acids
These amino acids cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from the diet.
Zwitterion
Zwitterion
A zwitterion has both a positive and negative charge. Amino acids have a positive charge on the amino group (NH3+) and a negative charge on the carboxyl group (COO-), making them zwitterions.
Valine
Valine
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Cysteine
Cysteine
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Aspartic Acid
Aspartic Acid
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Primary Structure
Primary Structure
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Arginine
Arginine
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Secondary (2°) Structure
Secondary (2°) Structure
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Disulfide Bridges
Disulfide Bridges
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Quaternary Structure
Quaternary Structure
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Study Notes
Amino Acid Classifications and Properties
- Leucine and Proline belong to the category of non-polar amino acids.
- Essential amino acids, which cannot be synthesized by the body, must be obtained from the diet.
- Zwitterions are characterized by having both a positive and negative charge within the same molecule at physiological pH.
Specific Amino Acids
- Leucine is classified as a non-polar and essential amino acid, vital for protein synthesis and muscle repair.
- Cysteine can be easily dimerized through mild oxidizing agents, forming disulfide bonds.
- Aspartate carries a negative charge at neutral pH due to the ionization of its carboxyl group.
Protein Structure
- The primary structure of a protein relates to the specific sequence of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.
- The secondary structure involves interactions such as hydrogen bonds between adjacent amino acids, creating structures like alpha helices and beta sheets.
- Nonpolar amino acids cluster together in the protein’s interior, utilizing hydrophobic interactions to avoid contact with water.
- Quaternary structure stability is maintained by various interactions, including hydrogen bonds, ionic bonds, and hydrophobic interactions between multiple polypeptide chains.
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Test your knowledge on the classification of amino acids including non-polar, polar but neutral, acidic, and basic types. Identify amino acids belonging to each category.
