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What describes the primary structure of a protein?
What describes the primary structure of a protein?
- Polypeptide chains held side by side by hydrogen bonds.
- The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain. (correct)
- Corkscrew shape with hydrogen bonds between amino acids.
- Three peptide chains woven like a rope.
Which of the following describes a beta pleated sheet?
Which of the following describes a beta pleated sheet?
- Polypeptide chains held side by side by hydrogen bonds. (correct)
- A structural arrangement involving three intertwined peptide chains.
- A corkscrew shape formed by amino acid interactions.
- The disruption of bonds in protein structures.
What is an example of denaturation in proteins?
What is an example of denaturation in proteins?
- Cooking an egg. (correct)
- Formation of a triple helix.
- Arranging amino acids in a sequence.
- Maintaining a corkscrew shape of alpha helices.
What accurately describes a triple helix structure in proteins?
What accurately describes a triple helix structure in proteins?
Which of the following is considered an essential amino acid that must be obtained from the diet?
Which of the following is considered an essential amino acid that must be obtained from the diet?
What does 'D' stand for in the context of D-Alanine?
What does 'D' stand for in the context of D-Alanine?
What characterizes a zwitterion?
What characterizes a zwitterion?
At what pH is an amino acid in its isoelectric point (pI)?
At what pH is an amino acid in its isoelectric point (pI)?
What happens to an amino acid in a basic solution above its pI?
What happens to an amino acid in a basic solution above its pI?
What type of ion does an amino acid become in a solution more acidic than its pI?
What type of ion does an amino acid become in a solution more acidic than its pI?
How does alanine behave at a pH below its pI?
How does alanine behave at a pH below its pI?
Which statement accurately describes L-Alanine?
Which statement accurately describes L-Alanine?
What occurs at pI for an amino acid?
What occurs at pI for an amino acid?
In which scenario does the NH3 group donate a proton?
In which scenario does the NH3 group donate a proton?
Which of the following is true about amino acids as bases?
Which of the following is true about amino acids as bases?
What is one of the primary functions of proteins?
What is one of the primary functions of proteins?
Which of the following amino acids is classified as polar?
Which of the following amino acids is classified as polar?
What is another term for protein?
What is another term for protein?
Which group differentiates one amino acid from another?
Which group differentiates one amino acid from another?
What type of amino acid has a carboxylic acid in its R group?
What type of amino acid has a carboxylic acid in its R group?
What is the role of hemoglobin in relation to proteins?
What is the role of hemoglobin in relation to proteins?
Which amino acid is an example of a non-polar amino acid?
Which amino acid is an example of a non-polar amino acid?
What is a common property of basic amino acids?
What is a common property of basic amino acids?
Which of the following is a function of proteins in muscle tissue?
Which of the following is a function of proteins in muscle tissue?
What trait identifies polar amino acids?
What trait identifies polar amino acids?
Which amino acid serves as a key building block of proteins and is known for its flexibility?
Which amino acid serves as a key building block of proteins and is known for its flexibility?
What is the significance of the ionized form of amino acids?
What is the significance of the ionized form of amino acids?
Which amino acid is considered basic due to its additional amine group?
Which amino acid is considered basic due to its additional amine group?
Which statement is true about the function of proteins as enzymes?
Which statement is true about the function of proteins as enzymes?
Study Notes
Function of Proteins
- Provide structural components such as collagen, nails, and skin
- Contribute to muscle contraction
- Facilitate transport, for example, hemoglobin
- Store nutrients
- Regulate body metabolism
- Catalyze biochemical reactions within cells
- Protect the body
Protein Composition
- Composed of amino acids
- Polypoptide is another word for protein
- Amino acids are built from a side chain, carboxyl group, and amino group
- Only the side chain of the amino acid can change
Types of Amino Acids
- Classified by their R-group (side chain):
- Polar: Hydrophilic, includes Serine, Threonine, Glutamine
- Non-polar: Hydrophobic, includes Glycine, Alanine, Phenylalanine
- Acidic: Hydrophilic, includes Aspartame, Glutamate
- Basic: Hydrophilic, includes Lysine, Arginine, Histidine
Zwitterions
- Amino acids with equal positive and negative charges.
- Occur at the isoelectric point (pI)
Isoelectric Point
- The pH at which an amino acid carries zero net electric charge.
- Influences the solubility and behavior of amino acids.
Amino Acids as Acids and Bases
- Acidic solutions (pH<pI): The COO- group accepts a proton (H+)
- Basic solutions (pH>pI): The NH3+ group donates a proton (H+)
Protein Structure
- Primary structure: The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain.
- Secondary Structure:
- Alpha helix: Corkscrew shape formed by hydrogen bonds between amino acids.
- Beta pleated sheet: Polypeptide chains held side-by-side by hydrogen bonds.
- Tertiary structure: The three-dimensional shape of a single polypeptide chain.
- Quaternary structure: Two or more protein units (subunits) joined together.
Essential Amino Acids
- The body cannot synthesize these amino acids.
- Must be obtained through the diet.
- Examples include Arginine, Leucine, Isoleucine, Lysine, Valine.
Denaturation
- Disruption of bonds in secondary, tertiary, and quaternary protein structures.
- Can be caused by heat, alcohol, or other factors.
- Example: Cooking an egg or wiping the skin with alcohol.
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Explore the essential functions and composition of proteins in this quiz. Learn about amino acids, types of amino acids, and the significance of zwitterions and isoelectric points. Test your understanding of how proteins contribute to various biological processes.
