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What gives each protein its unique structure and function?
What gives each protein its unique structure and function?
- The number of hydrogen atoms in the molecule
- The color of the molecule
- The specific number and order of amino acids (correct)
- The type of carbonyl group attached
Which level of protein molecular structure refers to the specific number and order of amino acids in the protein chain?
Which level of protein molecular structure refers to the specific number and order of amino acids in the protein chain?
- Secondary structure
- Quaternary structure
- Tertiary structure
- Primary structure (correct)
What is the main function of actin and tubulin proteins within the cell?
What is the main function of actin and tubulin proteins within the cell?
- Providing structural support to the cell (correct)
- Sending messages between cells
- Transporting oxygen in the body
- Carrying out metabolic reactions
What is the irreversible process that occurs when a protein loses its shape and structure?
What is the irreversible process that occurs when a protein loses its shape and structure?
Which type of protein structure involves the bonding of subunits within a protein from multiple polypeptide chains?
Which type of protein structure involves the bonding of subunits within a protein from multiple polypeptide chains?
Why are proteins considered organic molecules?
Why are proteins considered organic molecules?
What is the primary role of chaperone proteins in the folding of a protein?
What is the primary role of chaperone proteins in the folding of a protein?
What is one consequence of protein denaturation?
What is one consequence of protein denaturation?
In sickle cell anemia, what change in the amino acid sequence leads to the abnormal shape of red blood cells?
In sickle cell anemia, what change in the amino acid sequence leads to the abnormal shape of red blood cells?
What is the main function of microtubule strands in the cell?
What is the main function of microtubule strands in the cell?
Which protein molecule acts as a receptor protein binding to the hormone estrogen and also acts as a transcription factor?
Which protein molecule acts as a receptor protein binding to the hormone estrogen and also acts as a transcription factor?
What is the role of p53 protein in the cell?
What is the role of p53 protein in the cell?
Which protein molecule helps link neighboring cells together and promotes tissue structure?
Which protein molecule helps link neighboring cells together and promotes tissue structure?
What is the main function of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase in muscle cells?
What is the main function of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase in muscle cells?
Which protein molecule aids in restoring the natural membrane potential of neurons and allows for neuron communication?
Which protein molecule aids in restoring the natural membrane potential of neurons and allows for neuron communication?
