Peptide and Protein Structures Quiz
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What are peptides?

  • Chains of lipids
  • Short polymers of amino acids (correct)
  • A chain of many amino acids
  • Long chains of amino acids

What is the C-terminal residue in a peptide?

  • The residue with a free carboxyl group (correct)
  • The amino-terminal residue
  • The residue with a free -amino group
  • The central residue

What is an oligopeptide?

  • A chain of many amino acids
  • A chain containing three amino acids (correct)
  • A chain containing only alanine
  • A chain of lipids

What is a polypeptide?

<p>A chain of many amino acids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are amino acids linked in a peptide?

<p>Via peptide bonds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What are peptides?

Short chains of amino acids linked together by peptide bonds.

What is the C-terminal residue?

The amino acid at the end of a peptide chain with a free carboxyl group (-COOH).

What is an oligopeptide?

A peptide chain containing three amino acids.

What is a polypeptide?

A peptide chain composed of many amino acids.

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How are amino acids linked in a peptide?

Amino acids in peptides are linked via covalent bonds called peptide bonds, formed between the carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amino group of the next.

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Study Notes

  • Peptides are short chains of amino acids, while proteins are longer polymers made up of amino acids
  • Amino acids in a peptide are linked together via peptide bonds
  • Each amino acid residue in a peptide has an amino-terminal (N-terminal) with a free amino group and a carboxyl-terminal (C-terminal) with a free carboxyl group
  • Peptides can range from 2 to 40 amino acids and are named or numbered starting from the amino terminus
  • Amino acids can be joined by multiple peptide bonds to form oligopeptides (tripeptides, tetrapeptides, etc.) or a long chain of many amino acids called a polypeptide. Proteins contain one or more polypeptides.
  • Peptide bond formation involves the removal of a water molecule and the formation of an amide linkage between the amino group of one amino acid and the carboxyl group of another.
  • Amino acids can be represented with their three-letter or single-letter abbreviations, such as Trp (tryptophan), Ala (alanine), and Ser (serine)
  • Peptides and proteins have specific structures, including primary, secondary, and tertiary structures, which determine their function in the body.
  • Peptides and proteins play essential roles in various biological processes, such as enzyme activity, structural support, and signaling.

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Test your knowledge of peptide and protein structures with this quiz. Topics covered include peptide bond structure-properties, overview of protein structure, and protein secondary structure.

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