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What is the classification of amino acids based on their ability to be synthesized by the body?
What is the classification of amino acids based on their ability to be synthesized by the body?
- Hydrophobic, hydrophilic, and amphoteric
- Essential, semi-essential, and non-essential (correct)
- Branched-chain, aromatic, and aliphatic
- Basic, acidic, and neutral
What type of bond forms during the synthesis of proteins between amino acids?
What type of bond forms during the synthesis of proteins between amino acids?
- Disulfide bond
- Peptide bond (correct)
- Ionic bond
- Hydrogen bond
Which amino acids are classified as essential and must be obtained from the diet?
Which amino acids are classified as essential and must be obtained from the diet?
- Valine and Glutamate
- Leucine and Tryptophan (correct)
- Aspartic acid and Serine
- Arginine and Histidine
What is the molecular weight threshold generally used to define a protein?
What is the molecular weight threshold generally used to define a protein?
Which of the following options describes the function of glutathione?
Which of the following options describes the function of glutathione?
Which amino acid is NOT considered essential for adults?
Which amino acid is NOT considered essential for adults?
What reaction is primarily responsible for forming peptide bonds?
What reaction is primarily responsible for forming peptide bonds?
How many amino acids make up the hormone glucagon?
How many amino acids make up the hormone glucagon?
Which group of amino acids includes those synthesized in amounts sufficient for adults but not for growing children?
Which group of amino acids includes those synthesized in amounts sufficient for adults but not for growing children?
What defines oligopeptides in comparison to polypeptides?
What defines oligopeptides in comparison to polypeptides?
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Amino Acids
Amino Acids
Organic compounds crucial for protein synthesis, having both acidic and basic properties.
Essential Amino Acids
Essential Amino Acids
Amino acids the body cannot produce, requiring dietary intake.
Peptide Bond
Peptide Bond
Covalent bond linking amino acids in a protein chain.
Protein
Protein
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Glutathione
Glutathione
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Glucagon
Glucagon
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Insulin
Insulin
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Amphoteric compound
Amphoteric compound
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Non-essential amino acid
Non-essential amino acid
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Semi-essential amino acids
Semi-essential amino acids
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