5 Questions
Proteins are made up of one or more ______ chains folded in specific conformations
polypeptide
DNA is made up of nucleotides and chemically distinct ______
amino acids
The identity of the amino acid is conferred by its ______
side chain
Non-essential amino acids can be synthesized by the body, while essential amino acids must be supplied in the diet since they cannot be synthesized by the human body, such as tryptophan, valine, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, phenylalanine, methionine, histidine, and ______
arginine
Amino acids have an α-carbon and an α-amino group, and their general structure includes the α-carboxyl group, classifying them based on nutritional requirement as non-essential or ______
essential
Test your knowledge of biomolecules and cellular components with this quiz. From proteins and polypeptides to DNA and amino acids, this quiz covers essential concepts in biology. Whether you're a student or just curious about the building blocks of life, this quiz is a great way to challenge yourself and learn something new.
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