Amino Acids and Proteins Overview
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How are amino acids represented in proteins?

  • Through ester bond formation
  • Through peptide bond formation (correct)
  • Through glycosidic bond formation
  • Through hydrogen bond formation

    • What is the role of amino acids in proteins?

  • Enzymatic catalysts in proteins
  • Energy storage in proteins
  • Building blocks of proteins (correct)
  • Structural support in proteins

    • What are the main components of amino acids?

  • Amino group, hydroxyl group, and R group
  • Hydroxyl group, carboxyl group, and R group
  • Carboxyl group, amino group, and R group (correct)
  • Amino group, carboxylic acid group, and hydroxyl group

    • What is the defining criterion for differentiating different types of amino acids?

    <p>The nature of the R group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 20 amino acids found in proteins commonly referred to as?

    <p>Standard or protein amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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