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Which type of bond is primarily responsible for stabilizing the structure of silk fibroin?
Which type of bond is primarily responsible for stabilizing the structure of silk fibroin?
- Hydrogen bond (correct)
- Hydrophobic bond
- Ionic bond
- Peptide bond
What is a critical characteristic of ionic bonds in proteins?
What is a critical characteristic of ionic bonds in proteins?
- They are irreversible once formed.
- They are formed only between nonpolar amino acids.
- They are solely responsible for protein denaturation.
- They maintain the folded structure of globular proteins. (correct)
Which method exploits the ability of immunochemical reagents to identify specific proteins?
Which method exploits the ability of immunochemical reagents to identify specific proteins?
- Mass Spectrometry
- Column Chromatography
- Electrophoresis
- Western blotting (correct)
Which of the following agents lists methods that can denature proteins?
Which of the following agents lists methods that can denature proteins?
Which statement about protein denaturation is correct?
Which statement about protein denaturation is correct?
What is a primary characteristic of fibrous proteins?
What is a primary characteristic of fibrous proteins?
Which of the following proteins is classified as globular?
Which of the following proteins is classified as globular?
What type of bond primarily characterizes the secondary structure of proteins?
What type of bond primarily characterizes the secondary structure of proteins?
How does sickle cell hemoglobin differ from normal hemoglobin?
How does sickle cell hemoglobin differ from normal hemoglobin?
Which of the following correctly describes the tertiary structure of a protein?
Which of the following correctly describes the tertiary structure of a protein?
What role does hydroxyurea play in the treatment of sickle cell anemia?
What role does hydroxyurea play in the treatment of sickle cell anemia?
What is the main linkage found in the primary structure of proteins?
What is the main linkage found in the primary structure of proteins?
What are the components of normal hemoglobin's primary structure?
What are the components of normal hemoglobin's primary structure?
Which type of amino acids are attracted to the cathode during electrophoresis?
Which type of amino acids are attracted to the cathode during electrophoresis?
What defines an essential amino acid?
What defines an essential amino acid?
What is the outcome when two amino acids undergo a condensation reaction?
What is the outcome when two amino acids undergo a condensation reaction?
Which amino acid group has a negatively charged R group?
Which amino acid group has a negatively charged R group?
What role do enzymes play in the formation of peptide bonds?
What role do enzymes play in the formation of peptide bonds?
What is the stability of peptide bonds in proteins, considering the presence of water?
What is the stability of peptide bonds in proteins, considering the presence of water?
Which of the following is NOT one of the essential amino acids?
Which of the following is NOT one of the essential amino acids?
What is the term used for a peptide consisting of fewer than 10 amino acids?
What is the term used for a peptide consisting of fewer than 10 amino acids?
Which statement accurately describes angiotensin II?
Which statement accurately describes angiotensin II?
Which of the following correctly identifies the primary structure of proteins?
Which of the following correctly identifies the primary structure of proteins?
What is the primary biological role of glutathione?
What is the primary biological role of glutathione?
Which entity is correctly classified as a protein based on its molecular weight and amino acid composition?
Which entity is correctly classified as a protein based on its molecular weight and amino acid composition?
Which physiological condition is indicated by increased peptide levels in urine?
Which physiological condition is indicated by increased peptide levels in urine?
What distinguishes the amino and carboxylic terminals in a protein chain?
What distinguishes the amino and carboxylic terminals in a protein chain?
How is aspartame characterized in comparison to sugar?
How is aspartame characterized in comparison to sugar?
What role do receptor proteins play in the body?
What role do receptor proteins play in the body?
What is the primary role of chaperones in protein biology?
What is the primary role of chaperones in protein biology?
Which of the following correctly describes the composition of adult human hemoglobin?
Which of the following correctly describes the composition of adult human hemoglobin?
What is the native state of a protein?
What is the native state of a protein?
What type of bond is primarily responsible for maintaining the overall structure of a protein?
What type of bond is primarily responsible for maintaining the overall structure of a protein?
What is the consequence of folding failure in proteins?
What is the consequence of folding failure in proteins?
What determines the three-dimensional structure of a protein?
What determines the three-dimensional structure of a protein?
Which of the following describes disulfide bonds in proteins?
Which of the following describes disulfide bonds in proteins?
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of conjugated proteins?
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of conjugated proteins?
What is the charge of the amino group in amino acids when they are in their dipolar form at physiological pH?
What is the charge of the amino group in amino acids when they are in their dipolar form at physiological pH?
Which amino acid does not have an asymmetric carbon atom?
Which amino acid does not have an asymmetric carbon atom?
At what pH level does a protein have a net zero charge, known as the isoelectric point?
At what pH level does a protein have a net zero charge, known as the isoelectric point?
Which of the following amino acids has the highest isoelectric point?
Which of the following amino acids has the highest isoelectric point?
What happens to an amino acid at a pH lower than its isoelectric point?
What happens to an amino acid at a pH lower than its isoelectric point?
Which of the following statements about zwitterions is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about zwitterions is incorrect?
Which functional group is always located on the right side of the carboxylic acid group in the D-form of amino acids?
Which functional group is always located on the right side of the carboxylic acid group in the D-form of amino acids?
What term describes amino acids that can function as both acids and bases?
What term describes amino acids that can function as both acids and bases?
Flashcards
Alpha Carbon (α-carbon)
Alpha Carbon (α-carbon)
The central carbon atom in an amino acid, bonded to an amino group (-NH2), a carboxyl group (-COOH), a hydrogen atom (-H), and a side chain (R-group).
Side Chain (R-group)
Side Chain (R-group)
The variable group attached to the alpha carbon, giving each amino acid its unique properties.
D-form and L-form Amino Acids
D-form and L-form Amino Acids
The mirror images of amino acids. L-amino acids are the only type found in proteins.
Glycine
Glycine
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Zwitterions
Zwitterions
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Isoelectric Point (pI)
Isoelectric Point (pI)
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Electrophoresis
Electrophoresis
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Amphoteric
Amphoteric
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Animal Protein
Animal Protein
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Plant Protein
Plant Protein
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Isoelectric Point
Isoelectric Point
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Essential amino acids
Essential amino acids
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Globular Proteins
Globular Proteins
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Fibrous Proteins
Fibrous Proteins
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Non-Essential amino acids
Non-Essential amino acids
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Primary Structure
Primary Structure
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Peptide bond
Peptide bond
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Oligopeptide
Oligopeptide
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Tertiary Structure
Tertiary Structure
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Secondary Structure
Secondary Structure
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Protein
Protein
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Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle Cell Anemia
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Hydrolysis of peptide bonds
Hydrolysis of peptide bonds
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Polypeptide
Polypeptide
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Residue
Residue
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Protein Hydrolysis
Protein Hydrolysis
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Angiotensin
Angiotensin
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Angiotensin I
Angiotensin I
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Hemoglobin
Hemoglobin
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Enzyme
Enzyme
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Hydrophobic Bond
Hydrophobic Bond
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Denaturation
Denaturation
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Western Blotting
Western Blotting
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Column Chromatography
Column Chromatography
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Chaperone proteins
Chaperone proteins
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Quaternary structure
Quaternary structure
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Prosthetic group
Prosthetic group
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Protein folding
Protein folding
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Native state
Native state
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Misfolded proteins
Misfolded proteins
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Disulfide bond
Disulfide bond
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Study Notes
Biochemistry: Amino Acids and Proteins
- Amino Acid Structure: Amino acids are organic compounds composed of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), oxygen (O), nitrogen (N), and sometimes sulfur (S). A central carbon atom (α-carbon) is bonded to an amino group (-NH₂), a carboxyl group (-COOH), a hydrogen atom, and a side chain (R-group). The R-group distinguishes the 20 different amino acids found in proteins.
- Essential and Nonessential Amino Acids: There are 20 amino acids. 9 are essential (the body cannot produce them and must be obtained from diet). The remaining 11 are nonessential (the body can synthesize them).
- Amino Acid Classification: Amino acids can be grouped based on the properties of their R-groups: nonpolar, polar uncharged, acidic, and basic.
- Optical Isomers (L and D forms): Most amino acids exist as two optical isomers (L and D). Only the L-form is used in protein synthesis. Glycine is an exception, as it lacks an asymmetric carbon.
- Zwitterions: Amino acids exist as dipolar ions (zwitterions) in solution. The amino group is positively charged (NH₃⁺) and the carboxyl group is negatively charged (COO⁻).
- Isoelectric Point (pI): The pI is the pH at which an amino acid exists as a zwitterion. At this point the number of positive charges equals the number of negative charges, and the molecule has zero net charge. pI values vary between amino acids.
- Electrophoresis: This technique uses differences in isoelectric points to separate amino acids or proteins. Electric field is applied across a medium (e.g., gel or paper). Positively charged amino acids move towards the cathode (negative electrode); negatively charged ones move toward the anode (positive electrode).
- Peptide Bonds: Amino acids are linked together by peptide bonds. A peptide bond forms between the carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amino group of another amino acid. This reaction results in the release of a molecule of water.
- Proteins: Proteins are made up of amino acid chains linked by peptide bonds. The sequence of amino acids (primary structure) determines the function of the protein. Proteins can be classified based on their source (animal or plant).
- Levels of Protein Structure: Proteins have four levels of structure:
- Primary Structure: The linear sequence of amino acids.
- Secondary Structure: The local folding of the polypeptide chain (e.g., α-helices or β-sheets).
- Tertiary Structure: The overall three-dimensional shape of the polypeptide chain.
- Quaternary Structure: The arrangement of multiple polypeptide chains to form a functional protein.
- Protein Folding: The correct folding of a protein is crucial for its function. Chaperones are proteins that facilitate the proper folding process. Misfolding can lead to disease.
- Hydrolysis: Proteins can be broken down into their constituent amino acids by using acid or suitable enzymes (hydrolysis).
- Biological Roles of Peptides/Proteins: Peptides and proteins have various functions, including catalysts (enzymes), transporting molecules, supporting structures, regulating processes, and responding to signals.
- Hemoglobin: Hemoglobin is a conjugated protein found in red blood cells. It transports oxygen in the blood.
- Methods of Protein Separation: Methods for separating proteins include electrophoresis, Western blotting, and column chromatography.
- Protein Quantification: Methods for determining protein concentration/quantity include ELISA, Western blotting, fluorescent techniques and mass spectrometry.
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Test your knowledge on the characteristics and methods related to proteins. This quiz covers topics such as bonding types, protein denaturation, and immunochemical techniques. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand these essential biochemistry concepts!
