Macromolecules and Proteins
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What is a monomer?

  • A large complex molecule made up of smaller units
  • A type of enzyme that speeds up chemical reactions
  • A small molecule that serves as a building block for larger molecules (correct)
  • A specific type of protein structure

    • Which of the following correctly describes digestion?

  • The breaking down of large polymers into simple monomers (correct)
  • The synthesis of proteins from amino acids
  • The absorption of monomers into the bloodstream
  • The process by which polymers are formed from monomers

    • Which statement about proteins is true?

  • Proteins can be formed from any combination of monomers
  • Each protein is responsible for one specific chemical reaction (correct)
  • Proteins are primarily used for energy storage
  • Proteins consist solely of fatty acids

    • What are enzymes made from?

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    What defines polysaccharides in terms of energy storage?

    <p>They are long chains linked by glycosidic bonds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of fiber in digestion?

    <p>It helps digest other foods by lining the intestines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of lipid is specifically a building block of cell membranes?

    <p>Phospholipids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is NOT one of the protein structures studied?

    <p>Cellular structure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural feature distinguishes triglycerides from phospholipids?

    <p>Phospholipids contain nitrogen in addition to hydrogen and carbon. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the primary structure of a protein?

    <p>The sequence of amino acids in the peptide chain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What molecule is formed when two amino acids combine?

    <p>Peptide bond (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following descriptions is correct for the structure of DNA?

    <p>It is shaped like a twisted ladder known as a double helix. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nutrient types cannot be synthesized by the body?

    <p>Glucose (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of steroids within the body?

    <p>To regulate processes such as growth and development. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which carbohydrate structure is formed by the combination of two monosaccharides?

    <p>Disaccharide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes isomers?

    <p>They have the same chemical formula but different arrangements. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main energy storage form in animals?

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

    What is the primary role of cellulose in plants?

    <p>To build fiber and provide strength. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process breaks down disaccharides into monosaccharides?

    <p>Hydrolysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT found in nucleic acids?

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

    What is the role of keratin in hair, and how is its structure affected by denaturation?

    <p>Keratin contributes to hair strength and can be temporarily altered by denaturants. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which carbohydrate serves as the main source of energy for living organisms?

    <p>Glucose (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is formed when many amino acids bond together?

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

    What does the term 'denaturation' refer to in proteins?

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    Flashcards

    Monomer

    A small molecule that is a building block of larger molecules.

    Polymer

    A large molecule made of many monomers joined together.

    Protein Monomer

    An amino acid, the building block of proteins.

    Protein Function

    Proteins are crucial for various bodily functions, not just energy storage.

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    Enzyme

    A protein that speeds up chemical reactions.

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    Peptide Bond

    The bond between two amino acids in a protein.

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    Protein Structure Levels

    Describes the different ways amino acids are organized in a protein, resulting in its folding and function.

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    Digestion

    The process of breaking down complex polymers into simpler monomers.

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    Polypeptide bond

    The bond formed when multiple amino acids link together.

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    Primary Protein Structure

    The sequence of amino acids in a protein chain.

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    Secondary Protein Structure

    The folding of a protein chain into localized patterns like alpha-helices or beta-sheets.

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    Tertiary Protein Structure

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

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    Monosaccharide

    A simple sugar, the basic unit of carbohydrates.

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    Disaccharide

    A carbohydrate formed by joining two monosaccharides.

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    Dehydration reaction

    The chemical process of combining molecules by removing water.

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    Carbohydrate function

    Main source of energy and structural roles.

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    Polysaccharides

    Complex carbohydrates made of many monosaccharides linked together.

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    Lipids

    Energy-storage molecules that contain carbon and hydrogen and typically do not mix with water.

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    Triglyceride

    A type of lipid with three fatty acid chains attached to a glycerol molecule.

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    Steroids

    Lipids with carbon atoms in rings, involved in various body processes.

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    Nucleic Acids

    Molecules crucial for inheritance, found in all living organisms, made from carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus

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    DNA

    Deoxyribonucleic acid, a double-stranded molecule containing genetic information.

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    RNA

    Ribonucleic acid, a single-stranded molecule that helps carry instructions from DNA to other parts of the cell.

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    Study Notes

    Macromolecules

    • Macromolecules are large molecules formed by smaller units called monomers
    • Polymers are made of many monomers joined together by chemical bonds
    • Synthesis is the process of joining monomers to form polymers
    • Digestion breaks down polymers into monomers
    • There are four major types of macromolecules: proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids

    Proteins

    • Proteins are made of amino acids
    • Each protein has a specific sequence of amino acids that determines its function
    • Proteins are responsible for many chemical reactions in the body
    • Proteins are made up of 20 different amino acids
    • Protein structure is studied at four levels:
      • Primary structure: The sequence of amino acids
      • Secondary structure: The folding of the polypeptide chain (alpha helix or beta-sheet)
      • Tertiary structure: The overall 3-dimensional shape of the protein molecule or polypeptide chain
      • Quaternary structure: The interaction of multiple polypeptide chains

    Carbohydrates

    • Carbohydrates are organic compounds containing carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
    • They are the main source of energy for living organisms
    • Carbohydrates are composed of simple sugars (monosaccharides)
    • Monosaccharides are simple sugars that cannot be broken down (glucose & fructose)
    • Disaccharides are composed of two simple sugars (sucrose)
    • Polysaccharides are formed from many simple sugars (starch and glycogen)
    • Cellulose provides structural support in plant cell walls
    • Cellulose helps with digestion

    Lipids

    • Lipids are diverse group of organic compounds that do not dissolve in water
    • Common examples include fats, oils, and steroids
    • Lipids are made of fatty acids and glycerol which is the backbone used to build them
    • Triglycerides are the most common type of lipid and store energy
    • Phospholipids are a type of lipid that form cell membranes
    • Steroids are lipids that have a four-ring structure (cholesterol)

    Nucleic Acids

    • Nucleic acids are crucial for inheritance and contain genetic information
    • They are composed of nucleotides which consist of a phosphate group, sugar, and a base
    • DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is a double-stranded helix that stores genetic information
    • RNA (ribonucleic acid) is a single-stranded molecule that helps carry out the instructions coded in DNA

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    This quiz explores the fundamentals of macromolecules, their synthesis and digestion, as well as the detailed structure and function of proteins. Learn about the four major types of macromolecules and the specific roles of amino acids in protein formation.

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