HBF 102: Protein Classification & Structure
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Which type of bond is primarily responsible for stabilizing the primary structure of proteins?

  • Peptide bond (correct)
  • Hydrogen bonds
  • Hydrophobic interaction
  • Ionic bond

α-helices and β-pleated sheets are examples of a protein's tertiary structure.

False (B)

Name one bond that maintains the tertiary structure of proteins.

Hydrogen bond

The four-subunit structure of hemoglobin represents a protein's ______.

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Match the following protein structures with their characteristics:

<p>Primary structure = Sequence of amino acids Secondary structure = α-helices and β-pleated sheets Tertiary structure = Three-dimensional shape of a protein Quaternary structure = Multiple polypeptide chains assembled together</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protein is involved in the body's defensive mechanisms?

<p>Antibodies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hemoglobin is a type of fibrous protein.

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What is the building unit of proteins?

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Proteins are formed through the linking of amino acids via ________ bonds.

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Match the following protein types with their examples:

<p>Fibrous proteins = Keratin Globular proteins = Enzymes Genetic Proteins = Histones Transport proteins = Hemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins?

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Enzymes, hormones, and receptors are classified as functional proteins.

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Describe the significance of protein folding and misfolding.

<p>Proper protein folding is essential for function, while misfolding can lead to diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Proteins are primarily characterized by their ________ structure.

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What is the primary force that stabilizes the quaternary structure of proteins?

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Disulfide bonds are only important for primary protein structure.

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What are proteins called that help prevent misfolding during protein folding?

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The unfolding of proteins that leads to loss of functionality is called __________.

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Match each protein structure level with its description:

<p>Primary = Sequence of amino acids Secondary = Alpha helices and beta sheets Tertiary = Three-dimensional folding Quaternary = Multiple polypeptide chains interacting</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following diseases is associated with a decline in chaperones?

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Quaternary structure is not essential for the function of enzymes.

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Name one type of interaction that stabilizes the tertiary structure of proteins.

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Chaperones help promote efficient protein folding and prevent __________.

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Which protein structure level is considered the final and highest level of organization?

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What stabilizes the structure of an α-helix?

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The R groups of proline can enhance the stability of the α-helical structure.

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What are the two forms of the β-pleated sheet?

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The polypeptide chain in a β-sheet is ________ extended.

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Match the following amino acids with their effect on the α-helix structure:

<p>Proline = Disrupts α-helix Tryptophan = Disrupts α-helix Arginine = Disrupts α-helix Serine = No effect on α-helix</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of bonding stabilizes the β-pleated sheet structure?

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Hydrophobic interactions are a major force maintaining tertiary protein structure.

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Name one type of bond that contributes to the tertiary structure of proteins.

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In an α-helix, the R groups of some amino acids can ________ the helical structure.

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Which structure is NOT considered a level of protein structure?

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All proteins have quaternary structure.

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What type of bonds mainly maintain the primary structure of proteins?

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Proteins formed of multiple polypeptide chains have a quaternary structure that is primarily held together by _______ interactions.

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Match the type of protein with their examples:

<p>Hemoglobin = Oxygen transport Collagen = Structural support Pepsin = Digestive enzyme Antibodies = Immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following levels of protein structure involves the 3-D folding of a single polypeptide chain?

<p>Tertiary Structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A change in a single amino acid in a protein can have a significant impact on its function.

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What direction does the synthesis of a polypeptide chain occur?

<p>From N-terminus to C-terminus</p> Signup and view all the answers

In proteins, hydrophobic interactions, disulfide bridges, and ionic bonds contribute to the _____ structure.

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Which factor is responsible for determining the primary structure of proteins?

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Flashcards

Protein Classification

Grouping proteins into categories based on their structure and function.

Fibrous Protein

Structural proteins, often elongated and strong, like keratin and collagen.

Globular Protein

Functional proteins with complex 3D shapes, like enzymes and hormones.

Amino Acid

Building blocks of proteins, linked by peptide bonds.

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Peptide Bond

The chemical bond connecting two amino acids in a protein.

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Protein Function

Proteins perform various roles in the body: metabolism, support, transport, regulation, motion.

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Protein Structure

The three-dimensional arrangement of amino acids within a protein.

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Protein Denaturation

The loss of a protein's natural shape due to changes in its environment (heat, pH, etc.).

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Primary Protein Structure

The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain.

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Secondary Protein Structure

The folding of the polypeptide chain into regular structures like alpha-helices and beta-sheets, held together by hydrogen bonds.

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Tertiary Protein Structure

The 3-dimensional shape of a single polypeptide chain, formed by interactions of R-groups(side chains) of amino acids.

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Quaternary Protein Structure

The structure of a protein formed by two or more polypeptide chains.

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Amino Acid Sequence

The order of amino acids in a protein.

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R Groups

Variable groups attached to amino acids.

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N-terminus

The free amino group end of a polypeptide chain.

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C-terminus

The free carboxyl group end of a polypeptide chain.

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Alpha-Helix Structure

A coiled structure formed by hydrogen bonds in a polypeptide chain.

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Stabilization of Alpha-Helix

Intra-chain hydrogen bonds form between amino acids' NH and C=O groups in an alpha-helix.

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Disruption of Alpha-Helix

Certain amino acids, through ionic bonds or ring structures, can disrupt the alpha-helix.

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Beta-Sheet Structure

A sheet-like structure formed by hydrogen bonds between segments of polypeptide chains.

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Beta-Sheet Types

Anti-parallel and parallel beta-sheets differ in the direction of polypeptide chains.

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Anti-parallel Beta-Sheet

Adjacent polypeptide chain segments run in opposite directions, forming a beta-sheet.

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Parallel Beta-Sheet

Adjacent polypeptide chain segments run in the same direction, forming a beta-sheet.

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Tertiary Structure

The overall 3D shape of a protein, formed by interactions between amino acid side chains.

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Forces in Tertiary Structure

Protein tertiary structure is maintained by hydrophobic interactions, electrostatic bonds, hydrogen bonds, and van der Waals interactions.

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Protein Folding

Complex process of organizing a polypeptide chain into a specific 3D form.

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Quaternary Structure

The highest level of protein organization, where multiple polypeptide chains (subunits) are linked together, each with its own primary, secondary, and tertiary structure.

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Quaternary Structure Stabilizers

Forces like hydrogen bonding, electrostatic interactions, hydrophobic interactions, van der Waals interactions, and disulfide bonds hold the quaternary structure together.

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Protein Chaperones

Proteins that help other proteins fold correctly and prevent aggregation (clumping).

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Denaturation Causes

Changes in pH or temperature can disrupt hydrogen bonds, ionic bonds, and disulfide bonds, causing protein denaturation.

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Disulfide Bonds

Strong covalent bonds between sulfur atoms in cysteine amino acids.

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Protein Folding Diseases

Conditions where improper protein folding leads to protein aggregation, often linked to aging or genetic factors.

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Tertiary Structure of Proteins

The specific three-dimensional shape of a single protein chain. This structure is created due to interactions between amino acid side chains.

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Quaternary Structure of Proteins

The arrangement of multiple protein chains (subunits) into a functional complex. It is a higher level of protein structure that involves interactions between different polypeptide chains.

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Secondary Structure of Proteins

The regular repeating patterns formed by the polypeptide chain in a protein, such as alpha helices and beta sheets. These structures are stabilized by hydrogen bonds.

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What stabilizes the secondary structure of proteins?

Hydrogen bonds between backbone atoms of the polypeptide chain.

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Academic Year: 2024-2025
  • Year: 1
  • Semester: 1
  • Module: Human Body Function (HBF) 102
  • Module Specific: Protein Classification & Structure (Protein II)
  • Lecturer: Dr. Doaa Saeed Mohamed
  • Department: Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University

Objectives

  • Identify different types of proteins
  • Recognize the functional significance of different protein types
  • Describe the different levels of protein structure
  • Illustrate protein folding and misfolding
  • Recognize causes of protein denaturation
  • Identify effects of protein denaturation

Introduction

  • Proteins are involved in almost all bodily functions
  • Examples of protein functions include: metabolism, support, transport, regulation and motion
  • Proteins are crucial for providing essential amino acids, nitrogen, and sulfur to the body
  • Enzymes are primarily proteins
  • Hormones such as insulin are primarily proteins
  • Antibodies (immunoglobulins) participate in the body's defense mechanisms and are proteins
  • Hemoglobin, a chromoprotein, carries oxygen from the lungs to tissues

Classification of Proteins

  • Fibrous/Structural Proteins:
    • Keratin, elastin, collagen
    • Muscle proteins (myosin and actin)
    • Cytoplasmic proteins
  • Functional/Globular Proteins:
    • Enzymes
    • Hormones
    • Receptors
    • Plasma proteins
    • Hemoglobin
  • Genetic Proteins:
    • DNA-binding proteins, held within chromosomes with structural proteins (histones)

Building Unit of Proteins (Amino Acids)

  • Peptide bonds link amino acids together forming polypeptide chains
  • The process involves dehydration synthesis
  • Amino acids linked by peptide bonds form chains, with 'N-terminus' and 'C-terminus' ends.

Protein Structure

  • Proteins, in their native (normal) state, have a defined 3D structure
  • Proteins formed from one polypeptide have primary, secondary, and tertiary structures
  • Proteins formed from multiple polypeptides have an additional quaternary structure

Protein Structure & Function

  • Protein function depends on its specific 3D shape
  • Examples of proteins with different 3D structures include hemoglobin, pepsin, and collagen

Protein Structure (Detailed)

  • Primary: amino acid sequence, determined by DNA
  • Secondary: alpha-helix and beta-sheets (stabilized by hydrogen bonds)
  • Tertiary: 3D folding of the polypeptide chain (stabilized by hydrophobic interactions, disulfide bridges, hydrogen bonds, and electrostatic attractions)
  • Quaternary: multiple polypeptide chains interacting to form a protein (e.g., hemoglobin).

Primary Structure (1°)

  • Polypeptide composed of alpha-amino acids joined by peptide bonds
  • Sequence is determined by DNA
  • The chain has an N-terminus (first amino acid) and a C-terminus (last amino acid)

Secondary Structure (2°)

  • Alpha-helix: polypeptide chain coiled into a helix, stabilized by hydrogen bonds
  • Beta-sheet: polypeptide chain segments organized in pleated sheets, held together by hydrogen bonds (anti-parallel or parallel arrangements)

Tertiary Structure (3°)

  • The overall 3D shape of a polypeptide chain
  • Stabilized by forces such as hydrophobic interactions, hydrogen bonds, electrostatic attractions, and disulfide bridges
  • Includes aspects of secondary structures.

Quaternary Structure (4°)

  • Multiple polypeptide chains interact via various forces (including H bonds, hydrophobic interaction, electrostatic interactions, and disulfide bonds)
  • Example: Hemoglobin, which contains four polypeptide subunits

Protein Folding

  • Proteins gain function once they achieve specialized 3D structures
  • Misfolding can result in disease
  • Chaperones are proteins that facilitate proper folding to prevent misfolding and aggregation

Denaturation of Protein

  • Protein unfolding due to environmental changes (pH, temperature, etc.)
  • Causes the loss of secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures; disrupting H bonds, ionic bonds, and disulfide bridges which leads to loss of function.
  • Causes of denaturation: physical (high temp, pressure, vibrations) and chemical (acids, alkalis, solvents)

Interactive Questions

  • 2° structure of protein is stabilized by hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions
  • α-helices and β-sheets are examples of secondary structures
  • Tertiary structure is stabilized by; hydrogen bonds, hydrophobic interactions, Van Der Waals interactions, and disulfide bonds.
  • Peptide bonds stabilize the primary structure
  • The four-subunit structure of Hb (Hemoglobin) represents protein's quaternary structure;

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This quiz covers the fundamentals of protein classification and structure, focusing on various types of proteins and their functional significance. Students will explore protein folding, misfolding, denaturation, and the essential roles proteins play in bodily functions. Prepare to test your knowledge in this key area of human biology!

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