24 Questions
What are the four classes of atoms that form the molecules of proteins?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen
What is the result of the condensation of many amino acid molecules?
A protein molecule
How many different amino acids are known?
20
What is a characteristic of amino acids?
They are soluble in water
What is a characteristic of proteins?
They are always specific to each species
Why do different species of living organisms have different hemoglobins?
Because they are different species
What is the calorie value of proteins per gram?
5.3 Kcal/gr
What is the location of Hemoglobin?
Blood, inside red blood cells
What is the function of Miosina and Actina?
To build muscles and provide contraction
What is the function of Colágeno?
To build bones, cartilages, tendons and ligaments
What is a characteristic of proteins?
They are solids and are insipid
Which protein is insoluble in water?
Colágeno
What type of protein is found in blood plasma?
Fibrina
Which of the following is NOT a type of Andean grain?
Soya
What is the name of the protein found in egg whites?
Clara
Which of the following is a type of fish?
Anchoveta
What is the name of the protein found in muscles?
Actina
Which of the following is a type of nut?
Almendra
What is the main difference between the proteins of two individuals of the same species?
They are never identical, except for univitelino twins
What occurs to proteins during the digestion process?
They break down into amino acids
What is the result of desnaturalización?
Proteins lose their biological activity
What are some examples of agents that can cause desnaturalización?
Heat, ultraviolet light, and strong agitation
Which of the following amino acids is mentioned in the text?
Histidina
What is unique about the proteins of univitelino twins?
They are genetically identical
Test your knowledge of proteins and amino acids, including their definition, structure, and importance in nutrition. Learn about the composition of protein molecules and the role of amino acids in living organisms.
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