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What is the central idea in Biology that explains the relationship between structure and function?
What is the central idea in Biology that explains the relationship between structure and function?
Structure dictates function.
What are the three levels of structure that are shown in the diagram of insulin?
What are the three levels of structure that are shown in the diagram of insulin?
A single polypeptide can have different functions depending on its level of structure.
A single polypeptide can have different functions depending on its level of structure.
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Which level of structure is the active form of insulin, responsible for controlling blood glucose levels?
Which level of structure is the active form of insulin, responsible for controlling blood glucose levels?
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Which level of biological organization is focused on in Theme B: Form and Function?
Which level of biological organization is focused on in Theme B: Form and Function?
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What are the three key words associated with proteins?
What are the three key words associated with proteins?
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All proteins contain only one polypeptide chain.
All proteins contain only one polypeptide chain.
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How many different amino acids are used to assemble polypeptides?
How many different amino acids are used to assemble polypeptides?
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The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide is usually random.
The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide is usually random.
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What is the name of the type of bond that links amino acids together to form polypeptides?
What is the name of the type of bond that links amino acids together to form polypeptides?
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What type of chemical reaction is responsible for forming peptide bonds?
What type of chemical reaction is responsible for forming peptide bonds?
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The R-group of an amino acid influences the formation of the peptide bond.
The R-group of an amino acid influences the formation of the peptide bond.
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What is the name given to polypeptides that contain fewer than 20 amino acids?
What is the name given to polypeptides that contain fewer than 20 amino acids?
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Where does the formation of polypeptides occur within a cell?
Where does the formation of polypeptides occur within a cell?
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Which of the following chemical groups is present at position X in the diagram of the protein?
Which of the following chemical groups is present at position X in the diagram of the protein?
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Most plants can synthesize all 20 amino acids.
Most plants can synthesize all 20 amino acids.
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Animals obtain their essential amino acids from which source?
Animals obtain their essential amino acids from which source?
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What are the two main types of amino acids based on their dietary requirements?
What are the two main types of amino acids based on their dietary requirements?
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What is the term used to describe the condition that occurs when the body does not receive enough essential amino acids from the diet?
What is the term used to describe the condition that occurs when the body does not receive enough essential amino acids from the diet?
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Vegan diets cannot provide all the essential amino acids needed for a healthy diet.
Vegan diets cannot provide all the essential amino acids needed for a healthy diet.
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What cellular component is responsible for linking amino acids together during protein synthesis?
What cellular component is responsible for linking amino acids together during protein synthesis?
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What is the name given to the complete set of proteins produced by a cell, tissue or organism?
What is the name given to the complete set of proteins produced by a cell, tissue or organism?
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The proteome of an individual remains constant throughout their lifetime.
The proteome of an individual remains constant throughout their lifetime.
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The proteome of identical twins is always identical.
The proteome of identical twins is always identical.
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Which technique is used to separate and identify proteins extracted from a tissue?
Which technique is used to separate and identify proteins extracted from a tissue?
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What is the name of the natural pain killer that is a polypeptide of 31 amino acids?
What is the name of the natural pain killer that is a polypeptide of 31 amino acids?
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The enzyme alpha amylase can only break down a small amount of starch before it is fully digested
The enzyme alpha amylase can only break down a small amount of starch before it is fully digested
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What is the name of the largest polypeptide discovered so far?
What is the name of the largest polypeptide discovered so far?
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What type of protein is collagen?
What type of protein is collagen?
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Collagen makes up about 25% of the total protein in the human body.
Collagen makes up about 25% of the total protein in the human body.
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What is the term used to describe the three-dimensional structure of a protein?
What is the term used to describe the three-dimensional structure of a protein?
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What factor determines the conformation of a protein?
What factor determines the conformation of a protein?
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What is the term used to describe the process that alters the conformation of a protein, often making it lose its function?
What is the term used to describe the process that alters the conformation of a protein, often making it lose its function?
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Denaturation is a reversible process for all proteins.
Denaturation is a reversible process for all proteins.
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What can cause denaturation of proteins?
What can cause denaturation of proteins?
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Proteins are all equally sensitive to changes in temperature.
Proteins are all equally sensitive to changes in temperature.
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What is the name of the protein-digesting enzyme that functions optimally in the acidic environment of the stomach?
What is the name of the protein-digesting enzyme that functions optimally in the acidic environment of the stomach?
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What is the purpose of using a colorimeter in an experiment?
What is the purpose of using a colorimeter in an experiment?
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A colorimeter can be used to quantify the extent of denaturation of a protein.
A colorimeter can be used to quantify the extent of denaturation of a protein.
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What is the name given to polypeptides or proteins that are less than 20 amino acids long?
What is the name given to polypeptides or proteins that are less than 20 amino acids long?
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The amino acid sequence of a polypeptide determines its three-dimensional structure.
The amino acid sequence of a polypeptide determines its three-dimensional structure.
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Proteins that experience denaturation always return to their original structure once the denaturing conditions are removed.
Proteins that experience denaturation always return to their original structure once the denaturing conditions are removed.
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The proteome of an individual is fixed and does not change throughout their lifetime.
The proteome of an individual is fixed and does not change throughout their lifetime.
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What is the name of the technique used to identify and characterize the total set of proteins produced by a cell or organism?
What is the name of the technique used to identify and characterize the total set of proteins produced by a cell or organism?
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Study Notes
Protein Structure and Function
- Proteins are essential for numerous functions in living organisms.
- Structure dictates function. Analyzing the structure of insulin at the secondary, tertiary, and quaternary levels reveals the importance of polypeptide variation.
- Polypeptides have different amino acid combinations, leading to diverse properties and functions.
- Even a single polypeptide's function is affected by its structure, hence, the level of protein structure is crucial.
- The tertiary structure of insulin controls blood glucose levels. Other forms exist, but the active form is tertiary.
Amino Acids
- Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.
- Each amino acid has a central carbon atom (alpha carbon) bonded to four groups: an amine group (-NH2), a carboxyl group (-COOH), a hydrogen atom (H), and a variable R-group.
- The R-group differentiates the 20 different amino acids in terms of chemical properties.
Peptide Bonds
- Peptide bonds form between the carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amine group of another amino acid.
- This is a condensation reaction, resulting in the loss of water.
- Several amino acids can be joined to form chains : dipeptides, oligopeptides and polypeptides.
- Polypeptides have variable lengths – a single polypeptide chain, or multiple polypeptide chains.
Protein Folding
- After amino acids are bonded, the polypeptide chain folds into its three-dimensional structure.
- This shape determines the protein's function.
- The bonds and interactions within the R-groups influence the folding and shape.
Factors Affecting Protein Function
- pH and temperature can affect protein structure and denature a protein.
- Denaturation is the disruption of the protein's three-dimensional structure, affecting function.
- Denatured proteins may not return to their normal shape.
Polypeptide Variety
- The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide is central to its function and structure.
- The number of different amino acid sequences is theoretically infinite because of the enormous diversity possible in lengths and orders of amino acids.
- Proteins are much longer than words that use our alphabet; they contain hundreds or thousands of amino acids.
- Only a fraction of possible sequences are produced in an organism. The complete set of proteins produced by an organism is its proteome.
Determining the Proteome
- Different cells in the same organism produce different proteins at different times, based on their needs.
- The proteome of two people varies, except for identical twins. The proteomes of identical twins may change over time.
- Scientists use tools like electrophoresis to separate and identify proteins to characterize the proteome. Determining the proteome helps to understand the current state of cellular activity and functions within an organism.
Essential and Non-Essential Amino Acids
- Humans need 20 amino acids to build proteins, but only 9 are "essential," meaning they cannot be synthesized by the body.
- The body needs amino acids from food; these essential amino acids are needed for growth, maintenance, and repair of tissue and organs.
- Deficiency can lead to malnutrition and disease.
- Non-essential amino acids can be produced by the organism.
- Some amino acids might be essential during specific stages of growth or conditions.
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Test your knowledge on protein structure and function, focusing on the role and significance of polypeptides and amino acids. Explore how the structure of proteins like insulin affects their function in biological systems, and understand the importance of peptide bonds in protein formation.
