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What is the main outcome of complete hydrolysis of proteins?
What is the main outcome of complete hydrolysis of proteins?
Which statement correctly describes protein denaturation?
Which statement correctly describes protein denaturation?
Which of the following processes is enzyme-catalyzed hydrolysis of proteins called?
Which of the following processes is enzyme-catalyzed hydrolysis of proteins called?
What typically happens when a protein is denatured?
What typically happens when a protein is denatured?
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What is the primary role of amino acids released during protein hydrolysis?
What is the primary role of amino acids released during protein hydrolysis?
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Which process cannot occur due to the denaturation of proteins?
Which process cannot occur due to the denaturation of proteins?
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Which factor can lead to protein denaturation?
Which factor can lead to protein denaturation?
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What is the result of protein renaturation?
What is the result of protein renaturation?
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Which enzyme is primarily responsible for hydrolyzing RNA?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for hydrolyzing RNA?
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What is the primary function of hemoglobin in the body?
What is the primary function of hemoglobin in the body?
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Which protein primarily serves as a major nutrient storage protein in egg whites?
Which protein primarily serves as a major nutrient storage protein in egg whites?
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Which enzyme cleaves the polypeptide chain from the N terminal of Arginine and Lysine?
Which enzyme cleaves the polypeptide chain from the N terminal of Arginine and Lysine?
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What role does ferritin play in the body?
What role does ferritin play in the body?
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In which organism is hemocyanin primarily involved in transporting oxygen?
In which organism is hemocyanin primarily involved in transporting oxygen?
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What type of protein is casein primarily classified as?
What type of protein is casein primarily classified as?
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Which transport protein is responsible for carrying steroids?
Which transport protein is responsible for carrying steroids?
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What is the primary function of contractile proteins in cells?
What is the primary function of contractile proteins in cells?
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Which of the following correctly describes myosin?
Which of the following correctly describes myosin?
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What role does kinesin play in cellular function?
What role does kinesin play in cellular function?
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Which of the following is a function of regulatory proteins?
Which of the following is a function of regulatory proteins?
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What is the main purpose of immunoglobulins?
What is the main purpose of immunoglobulins?
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Which antibody is known for being the first to respond to infections?
Which antibody is known for being the first to respond to infections?
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Which statement accurately describes the role of insulin?
Which statement accurately describes the role of insulin?
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What characteristic is unique to IgD antibodies?
What characteristic is unique to IgD antibodies?
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What is the term for the species with ZERO net charge in amino acids?
What is the term for the species with ZERO net charge in amino acids?
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At which pH level does the acidic group (-COOH) of an amino acid become ionized to negative (-COO-)?
At which pH level does the acidic group (-COOH) of an amino acid become ionized to negative (-COO-)?
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Which of the following describes the isoelectric point (pI) of amino acids?
Which of the following describes the isoelectric point (pI) of amino acids?
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How many common amino acids out of 20 possess ionizable groups?
How many common amino acids out of 20 possess ionizable groups?
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What is the process called when an amino acid’s basic group (-NH2) becomes ionized to a positive ion?
What is the process called when an amino acid’s basic group (-NH2) becomes ionized to a positive ion?
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Which amino acid characteristics determines the isoelectric point significantly?
Which amino acid characteristics determines the isoelectric point significantly?
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Which statement about the solubility of amino acids in water is true?
Which statement about the solubility of amino acids in water is true?
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What occurs to the equilibrium of amino acids in solution when the pH shifts?
What occurs to the equilibrium of amino acids in solution when the pH shifts?
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What type of reaction is catalyzed by transaminases?
What type of reaction is catalyzed by transaminases?
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Which subclass of hydrolases is responsible for breaking down lipids?
Which subclass of hydrolases is responsible for breaking down lipids?
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What do dehydratases specifically remove from their substrates?
What do dehydratases specifically remove from their substrates?
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Which enzyme class catalyzes oxidation-reduction reactions?
Which enzyme class catalyzes oxidation-reduction reactions?
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Which of the following reactions is catalyzed by isomerases?
Which of the following reactions is catalyzed by isomerases?
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What type of chemical reaction do ligases catalyze?
What type of chemical reaction do ligases catalyze?
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Which subclass of lyases is responsible for removing CO2 from substrates?
Which subclass of lyases is responsible for removing CO2 from substrates?
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What is the main function of kinases in biochemistry?
What is the main function of kinases in biochemistry?
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Study Notes
Protein Hydrolysis
- Hydrolysis reverses peptide bond formation, regenerating amine and carboxylic acid functional groups.
- Protein digestion occurs through enzyme-catalyzed hydrolysis, producing free amino acids for absorption in the bloodstream and transport to the liver for new protein synthesis.
- Cellular protein hydrolysis continually allows the body to resynthesize necessary molecules and tissues.
- Complete hydrolysis breaks all peptide bonds, yielding only free amino acids.
- Partial hydrolysis results in a mix of free amino acids and small peptides.
Protein Denaturation
- Denaturation disrupts a protein's 3D structure, leading to biochemical inactivity, while the primary structure remains intact.
- Denaturation may be reversible (renaturation) but is often irreversible, typically resulting in loss of solubility and potential coagulation.
- Cooking denatures proteins, enhancing digestibility and killing microorganisms, reducing the risk of trichinosis from infected meats.
- Cauterization in surgery uses heat for sealing small blood vessels, while sterilization of utensils prevents infections.
- Normal body temperatures should not exceed 106°F (41°C) to maintain enzyme activity.
Biological Roles of Proteins
- Catalytic Proteins/Enzymes: Include alcohol dehydrogenase, arginase, ribonuclease, and urease, which perform crucial biochemical reactions.
- Nutrient and Storage Proteins: Found in seeds (e.g., wheat, corn, rice), serve as growth material; notable examples are ovalbumin (egg white), casein (milk), and ferritin (iron storage).
- Transport Proteins: Facilitate movement of molecules such as hemoglobin (oxygen transport) and serum albumin (fatty acid transport).
- Contractile Proteins: Enable cellular movement; examples include actin (muscle contraction) and kinesin (protein transport).
- Toxins: Proteins like botulinum toxin and ricin have harmful effects and affect biological processes.
- Regulatory Proteins: Include hormones like insulin, which regulates blood glucose levels and growth hormones that affect bone growth.
- Antibodies: Proteins like immunoglobulins defend organisms against infections by recognizing and neutralizing pathogens.
Amino Acid Properties
- Amino acids (AAs) typically appear as white crystalline solids and are poorly soluble in water.
- At physiological conditions, amino acids commonly exist as zwitterions, containing both positive and negative charges.
- Ionization occurs with pH shifts; AAs can be neutral or ionized depending on the pH relative to their pKa values.
- Each amino acid has a unique isoelectric point (pI), the pH at which the zwitterion concentration is maximized; this varies across different types of AAs.
Enzyme Classification
- Enzymes are categorized into six main classes, each with specific functions:
- EC#1 - Oxidoreductases: Facilitate oxidation-reduction reactions.
- EC#2 - Transferases: Transfer functional groups between substrates, including transaminases and kinases.
- EC#3 - Hydrolases: Catalyze hydrolysis of various linkages (e.g., lipases and proteases).
- EC#4 - Lyases: Involved in the removal of groups from substrates, such as dehydrating or decarboxylating reactions.
- EC#5 - Isomerases: Convert isomers and rearrange functional groups within the same molecule.
- EC#6 - Ligases: Form new bonds between substrates, often requiring ATP.
Additional Notes
- Understanding protein and amino acid interactions is crucial for comprehending biochemical processes and their applications in health and disease management.
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This quiz covers the processes of protein hydrolysis and denaturation, focusing on their significance in digestion and biochemical activity. Explore how hydrolysis breaks down proteins into amino acids and how denaturation affects protein structure and function. Test your knowledge on these crucial biochemical concepts.
