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What is the primary purpose of the biuret method in protein analysis?
What is the primary purpose of the biuret method in protein analysis?
- To measure the amount of amino acids in a solution
- To detect the presence of peptide bonds (correct)
- To determine the pH of a protein solution
- To quantify lipids in biological samples
Which type of ion is used in the biuret method to form coordination complexes?
Which type of ion is used in the biuret method to form coordination complexes?
- Iron (III) ion
- Copper (II) ion (correct)
- Calcium ion
- Sodium ion
What is the purpose of adding phosphate buffered saline (PBS) to the protein solutions?
What is the purpose of adding phosphate buffered saline (PBS) to the protein solutions?
- To act as a dye for visualizing proteins
- To precipitate proteins from the solution
- To provide a buffered environment for protein stability (correct)
- To increase the pH of the protein solutions
What color will the Biuret reagent appear when poured into the labeled beaker?
What color will the Biuret reagent appear when poured into the labeled beaker?
What does the intensity of the color in the biuret test correlate with?
What does the intensity of the color in the biuret test correlate with?
What is the purpose of creating a standard curve in protein quantification?
What is the purpose of creating a standard curve in protein quantification?
How should the final volume in each test tube be adjusted when preparing the BSA standard?
How should the final volume in each test tube be adjusted when preparing the BSA standard?
At what wavelength is absorbance measured in the biuret method?
At what wavelength is absorbance measured in the biuret method?
What is the concentration of BSA in the solution labeled 9-10?
What is the concentration of BSA in the solution labeled 9-10?
What is the volume of BSA stock solution used in the test tubes labeled 3-4?
What is the volume of BSA stock solution used in the test tubes labeled 3-4?
Which protein is used as a reference in the biuret method standard curve creation?
Which protein is used as a reference in the biuret method standard curve creation?
Which solution is not utilized in the first part of the protein concentration determination?
Which solution is not utilized in the first part of the protein concentration determination?
How does the absorbance of light correlate to protein concentration in the biuret method?
How does the absorbance of light correlate to protein concentration in the biuret method?
What is the role of alkaline conditions in the biuret reaction?
What is the role of alkaline conditions in the biuret reaction?
What should be done with the test tubes if any do not look correct after mixing?
What should be done with the test tubes if any do not look correct after mixing?
What conversion should be remembered for measuring small volumes?
What conversion should be remembered for measuring small volumes?
What is the primary role of proteins in the cell?
What is the primary role of proteins in the cell?
What is the significance of R-groups in amino acids?
What is the significance of R-groups in amino acids?
What type of bond is formed between two amino acids in a protein?
What type of bond is formed between two amino acids in a protein?
What is a dipeptide composed of?
What is a dipeptide composed of?
Which of the following statements about amino acids is true?
Which of the following statements about amino acids is true?
What is the function of the hunger hormone ghrelin in relation to protein intake?
What is the function of the hunger hormone ghrelin in relation to protein intake?
Which of the following is a limitation of colorimetric measurements in protein quantification?
Which of the following is a limitation of colorimetric measurements in protein quantification?
What is the first step in preparing a standard curve for quantitating protein concentration?
What is the first step in preparing a standard curve for quantitating protein concentration?
What should be done with the cuvette after collecting data from Tube 2?
What should be done with the cuvette after collecting data from Tube 2?
What is an important step to ensure accurate absorbance readings?
What is an important step to ensure accurate absorbance readings?
What would likely indicate a problem during absorbance readings?
What would likely indicate a problem during absorbance readings?
Why should the blank solution be checked during the experiment?
Why should the blank solution be checked during the experiment?
What is the correct procedure for measuring absorbance of the unknown solutions?
What is the correct procedure for measuring absorbance of the unknown solutions?
What should be done between measuring different protein standard tubes?
What should be done between measuring different protein standard tubes?
What is expected from the absorbance readings as the protein concentration increases?
What is expected from the absorbance readings as the protein concentration increases?
What action should be taken if an absorbance reading appears unusual?
What action should be taken if an absorbance reading appears unusual?
What is the purpose of the standard curve in protein concentration measurement?
What is the purpose of the standard curve in protein concentration measurement?
Which micropipette should be used for measuring a volume of 15 µl?
Which micropipette should be used for measuring a volume of 15 µl?
What happens when the plunger of a micropipette is depressed?
What happens when the plunger of a micropipette is depressed?
What is the function of the adjustable dial on a micropipette?
What is the function of the adjustable dial on a micropipette?
Which statement is true regarding the use of different micropipettes?
Which statement is true regarding the use of different micropipettes?
What should you do if your micropipette has a locking mechanism?
What should you do if your micropipette has a locking mechanism?
In the context of protein detection, what is expected when testing a solution of glycine?
In the context of protein detection, what is expected when testing a solution of glycine?
What should you be cautious of when reading the set volume on a micropipette?
What should you be cautious of when reading the set volume on a micropipette?
Study Notes
Measuring Protein in Solution
- Colorimetric method to quantify protein in solution:
- Biuret method uses a copper (II) ion that forms a mauve-colored coordination complex in an alkaline solution
- The color intensity is directly proportional to the protein concentration
Standard Curve
- Graph illustrating the linear relationship between known amounts of X variable and corresponding Y variable
- Used to determine protein concentration in solutions where the amount of protein is unknown
Biuret Reagent
- Detects the presence of peptide bonds
- Named after the biuret molecule (C2H5N3O3)
Micropipettes
- Used for measuring extremely small volumes
- Each pipettor is accurate in a certain range
- Select the smallest pipet that can measure the desired volume
- Use yellow tips for P20 and P200 and blue tips for P1000
Sample Solutions
- Bovine serum albumin (BSA) - protein standard of known concentration
- Phosphate buffered saline (PBS) - buffered salt solution
- Biuret reagent (BR) - chemical reagent for protein detection
Setting up the Standard Curve
- Fourteen test tubes with different amounts of BSA solution and PBS solution
- Final volume of each tube is 2 mL
- Use micropipettes to accurately add volumes of BSA and PBS
Data Collection and Analysis
- Absorbance readings taken at 540 nm using SpectroVis Plus spectrophotometer
- Absorbance values entered in Table 4.3
- Absorbance should increase with increasing protein concentration
Processing the Data
- Create a standard curve by plotting protein concentration (mg/mL) vs. absorbance
- Use standard curve to determine protein concentration in unknown solutions.
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This quiz covers the methods used to measure protein concentration in solutions, focusing on the Biuret method and the use of standard curves. It also discusses micropipettes for small volume measurements and details on sample solutions like BSA. Test your knowledge on these essential laboratory techniques.
