Protein Chemistry Quiz
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What are proteins?

  • Low molecular weight inorganic compounds
  • Simple organic compounds
  • Complex inorganic compounds
  • High molecular weight organic nitrogenous compounds (correct)
  • What are amino acids?

  • Building blocks of proteins (correct)
  • Simple sugars
  • Byproducts of protein breakdown
  • Inorganic compounds
  • What is the average composition of proteins in terms of carbon?

  • 10%
  • 75%
  • 25%
  • 50% (correct)
  • How many commonly occurring amino acids contribute to the diversity of proteins?

    <p>20</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'protein' in Latin?

    <p>First</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the building blocks of proteins?

    <p>Amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical composition of proteins in terms of carbon?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'protein' in Latin?

    <p>First in Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the surprising diversity of proteins found in nature?

    <p>Intrinsic properties of 20 commonly occurring amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are proteins according to the text?

    <p>Organic nitrogenous compounds of high molecular weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

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