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What is the function of amino acids in proteins?
What is the function of amino acids in proteins?
- They store genetic information.
- They are building blocks of proteins. (correct)
- They act as catalysts for chemical reactions.
- They provide energy to the cell.
Which of the following amino acids is classified as hydrophilic?
Which of the following amino acids is classified as hydrophilic?
- Valine
- Phenylalanine
- Serine (correct)
- Leucine
What distinguishes polar amino acids from non-polar amino acids?
What distinguishes polar amino acids from non-polar amino acids?
- Functional groups associated with the R group. (correct)
- More hydrogen atoms in the structure.
- The absence of side chains.
- Higher molecular weight in polar amino acids.
How many amino acids are primarily used to construct proteins?
How many amino acids are primarily used to construct proteins?
Which statement about non-polar amino acids is correct?
Which statement about non-polar amino acids is correct?
Which condition is NOT associated with the use of glutamic acid?
Which condition is NOT associated with the use of glutamic acid?
What is one function of asparagine?
What is one function of asparagine?
What is the primary role of glutamine as described in the content?
What is the primary role of glutamine as described in the content?
What amino acid is essential for calcium absorption?
What amino acid is essential for calcium absorption?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of arginine?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of arginine?
Which amino acid contributes to the treatment of schizophrenia?
Which amino acid contributes to the treatment of schizophrenia?
Which amino acid is classified as a basic amino acid?
Which amino acid is classified as a basic amino acid?
Which amino acid is noted for improving athletic performance?
Which amino acid is noted for improving athletic performance?
What is one possible benefit of cysteine?
What is one possible benefit of cysteine?
Which amino acid is considered essential and helps in detoxification?
Which amino acid is considered essential and helps in detoxification?
Cystine is primarily found in which of the following body components?
Cystine is primarily found in which of the following body components?
Which of the following statements accurately describes methionine?
Which of the following statements accurately describes methionine?
One of the roles of cysteine is to:
One of the roles of cysteine is to:
Which amino acid is suggested to speed recovery after surgery?
Which amino acid is suggested to speed recovery after surgery?
Methionine has which of the following effects on hair?
Methionine has which of the following effects on hair?
What impact does cysteine have on the aging process?
What impact does cysteine have on the aging process?
Which amino acid is primarily associated with the maintenance of myelin sheaths and production of blood cells?
Which amino acid is primarily associated with the maintenance of myelin sheaths and production of blood cells?
What is the main role of hydroxyproline in the body?
What is the main role of hydroxyproline in the body?
Which amino acid is noted as being beneficial for alleviating insomnia and stabilizing mood?
Which amino acid is noted as being beneficial for alleviating insomnia and stabilizing mood?
Which characteristic describes the property of amino acids related to their ability to act as both an acid and a base?
Which characteristic describes the property of amino acids related to their ability to act as both an acid and a base?
Which of the following amino acids is known to participate in wound healing?
Which of the following amino acids is known to participate in wound healing?
Which amino acid is essential for treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, allergies, and ulcers?
Which amino acid is essential for treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, allergies, and ulcers?
Which amino acid is associated with lowering blood pressure?
Which amino acid is associated with lowering blood pressure?
How do amino acids typically exist in aqueous solutions?
How do amino acids typically exist in aqueous solutions?
Which essential amino acid is known to promote alertness and vitality?
Which essential amino acid is known to promote alertness and vitality?
What role does tyrosine play in the body?
What role does tyrosine play in the body?
Which amino acid helps to alleviate insomnia and stabilize mood?
Which amino acid helps to alleviate insomnia and stabilize mood?
Which amino acid is associated with the treatment of chronic fatigue?
Which amino acid is associated with the treatment of chronic fatigue?
What benefit does diiodotyrosine provide?
What benefit does diiodotyrosine provide?
Which amino acid is primarily linked to mood elevation and appetite suppression?
Which amino acid is primarily linked to mood elevation and appetite suppression?
Which essential amino acid is helpful in the treatment of arthritis and depression?
Which essential amino acid is helpful in the treatment of arthritis and depression?
What function does proline serve in the body?
What function does proline serve in the body?
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Study Notes
Glutamic Acid
- Corrects personality disorders and treats epilepsy, mental retardation, muscular dystrophy, and ulcers.
Asparagine
- Non-essential amino acid crucial for a healthy immune system and cardiovascular health.
- Improves kidney function post-transplant and addresses high blood pressure during pregnancy (pre-eclampsia).
- Enhances athletic performance, boosts immunity, and prevents digestive inflammation in premature infants.
Glutamine
- Non-essential amino acid that builds and maintains muscle tissue and acts as "brain fuel."
- Increases brain function and mental activity while decreasing sugar cravings.
- Used in the treatment of schizophrenia and senility.
Lysine
- Essential amino acid essential for calcium absorption and nitrogen balance in adults.
- Crucial for collagen formation and production of antibodies, and helps lower high serum triglyceride levels.
Arginine
- Essential amino acid that enhances blood flow, supports immune system function against tumors and cancer, and assists liver detoxification.
- Aids in growth hormone release and stimulates insulin secretion from the pancreas.
Phenylalanine
- Essential amino acid that produces norepinephrine in the brain, promoting alertness and improving mood.
- Decreases pain, enhances memory and learning capacity, and is used to treat various conditions including arthritis and depression.
Tyrosine
- Non-essential amino acid serving as a precursor for adrenaline, norepinephrine, and dopamine.
- Acts as a mood elevator, appetite suppressant, and assists in fat reduction.
- Important for melanin production and functions of adrenal, thyroid, and pituitary glands.
Tryptophan
- Essential amino acid known for its natural relaxant properties, alleviating insomnia and stabilizing mood.
- Supports proper immune system function and is utilized in treating migraine headaches and thyrotoxicity conditions.
Diiodotyrosine
- Aids in weight control by reducing appetite and enhancing growth hormone release.
- Helps manage hyperactivity in children.
Proline
- Non-essential amino acid that enhances skin texture by promoting collagen production and mitigating its loss with age.
- Supports healing of cartilage and strengthening of joints, tendons, and heart muscle.
Cysteine
- Treats rheumatoid arthritis and hardening of arteries, promotes recovery from severe burns and surgery, and aids in muscle building.
- Slows aging effects and supports digestive and immune system functions.
Methionine
- Essential amino acid preventing disorders of hair, skin, and nails; aids in fat breakdown and detoxifies heavy metals.
- Diminishes muscle weakness and promotes excretion of estrogen while lowering histamine levels.
Cystine
- Found in digestive enzymes and immune system cells, plays a role in recovery after surgery and boosting immune strength.
- Contributes to the health of skin and hair with a significant presence within them.
Amino Acids Overview
- Key building blocks of proteins and intermediates in metabolism; over 300 amino acids exist, but only 20 form protein structures.
- These 20 amino acids exhibit extensive chemical versatility.
Amino Acid Properties
- Capable of rotating the plane of polarized light; classified as dextrorotatory (right) or levorotatory (left).
- Exhibits amphoteric properties which allow them to function as acids and bases.
- Exists in zwitterionic forms in aqueous solutions, maintaining charge balance.
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