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What role does phosphorylation play in regulating biological processes?
What role does phosphorylation play in regulating biological processes?
Which amino acid is most commonly phosphorylated in proteins?
Which amino acid is most commonly phosphorylated in proteins?
Which enzyme is responsible for catalyzing protein dephosphorylation?
Which enzyme is responsible for catalyzing protein dephosphorylation?
Which of the following correctly describes protein acetylation?
Which of the following correctly describes protein acetylation?
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What is the function of cyclin-dependent kinases (CdKs) in the cell cycle?
What is the function of cyclin-dependent kinases (CdKs) in the cell cycle?
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What are histone acetyltransferases (HATs) primarily responsible for?
What are histone acetyltransferases (HATs) primarily responsible for?
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In the context of reversible protein modifications, which of these statements is correct?
In the context of reversible protein modifications, which of these statements is correct?
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Which compounds are typically involved in the phosphorylation reaction?
Which compounds are typically involved in the phosphorylation reaction?
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What happens to the signal peptide during the production of insulin?
What happens to the signal peptide during the production of insulin?
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Which post-translational modification increases the structural repertoire of proteins?
Which post-translational modification increases the structural repertoire of proteins?
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What type of bond forms as a result of oxidation in post-translational modification?
What type of bond forms as a result of oxidation in post-translational modification?
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Which of the following is an example of a reversible post-translational modification?
Which of the following is an example of a reversible post-translational modification?
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What is the primary purpose of post-translational modifications of proteins?
What is the primary purpose of post-translational modifications of proteins?
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How many genes are estimated to be in the human genome?
How many genes are estimated to be in the human genome?
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What role do enzymes play in post-translational modifications?
What role do enzymes play in post-translational modifications?
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Which of the following processes is NOT typically regulated by post-translational modifications?
Which of the following processes is NOT typically regulated by post-translational modifications?
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Which amino acids are primarily involved in protein methylation?
Which amino acids are primarily involved in protein methylation?
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What is the process of converting arginine to citrulline called?
What is the process of converting arginine to citrulline called?
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What does the histone code hypothesis propose?
What does the histone code hypothesis propose?
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Which post-translational modification involves the addition of sugars?
Which post-translational modification involves the addition of sugars?
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What role do post-translational modifications (PTMs) play in cells?
What role do post-translational modifications (PTMs) play in cells?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of modification mentioned in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a type of modification mentioned in the content?
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What is the consequence of immune system attacks on citrullinated proteins?
What is the consequence of immune system attacks on citrullinated proteins?
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What type of post-translational modification involves adding large functional groups to proteins?
What type of post-translational modification involves adding large functional groups to proteins?
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What determines the primary structure of a protein?
What determines the primary structure of a protein?
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Which type of protein structure involves interactions between adjacent amino acids?
Which type of protein structure involves interactions between adjacent amino acids?
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What is the biological significance of protein post-translational modifications?
What is the biological significance of protein post-translational modifications?
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Which of the following best describes quaternary structure?
Which of the following best describes quaternary structure?
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What can a single mutation in a gene potentially affect in a protein?
What can a single mutation in a gene potentially affect in a protein?
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What type of bond is primarily responsible for maintaining tertiary structure in proteins?
What type of bond is primarily responsible for maintaining tertiary structure in proteins?
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Which protein serves as an example of a transport protein?
Which protein serves as an example of a transport protein?
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What is a characteristic feature of fibrous proteins?
What is a characteristic feature of fibrous proteins?
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Which enzyme type plays a critical role in the process of post-translational modifications?
Which enzyme type plays a critical role in the process of post-translational modifications?
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How does the human body generate a vast number of different proteins?
How does the human body generate a vast number of different proteins?
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Which structural level does NOT involve multiple polypeptide chains?
Which structural level does NOT involve multiple polypeptide chains?
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What is the role of hydrophobic interactions in protein folding?
What is the role of hydrophobic interactions in protein folding?
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What kind of protein is collagen classified as?
What kind of protein is collagen classified as?
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What is the primary function of polyubiquitination in proteins?
What is the primary function of polyubiquitination in proteins?
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Which enzyme type is responsible for the attachment of ubiquitin to target proteins?
Which enzyme type is responsible for the attachment of ubiquitin to target proteins?
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Which cellular process is influenced by the ubiquitination pathway?
Which cellular process is influenced by the ubiquitination pathway?
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What is one of the biological functions of protein ubiquitination?
What is one of the biological functions of protein ubiquitination?
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What role do deubiquitinating enzymes (DUBs) play in protein regulation?
What role do deubiquitinating enzymes (DUBs) play in protein regulation?
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How does lipidation affect proteins at the cellular level?
How does lipidation affect proteins at the cellular level?
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What does the term 'proteasomal degradation' refer to in the context of ubiquitination?
What does the term 'proteasomal degradation' refer to in the context of ubiquitination?
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Which component of the ubiquitin ligase complex is involved in the ubiquitination of AMPARs?
Which component of the ubiquitin ligase complex is involved in the ubiquitination of AMPARs?
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What level of protein structure is primarily determined by the amino acid sequence?
What level of protein structure is primarily determined by the amino acid sequence?
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Which type of bond is NOT involved in stabilizing tertiary structure in proteins?
Which type of bond is NOT involved in stabilizing tertiary structure in proteins?
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What is the role of hydrophobic interactions in the context of protein folding?
What is the role of hydrophobic interactions in the context of protein folding?
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Which structural characteristic differentiates fibrous proteins from globular proteins?
Which structural characteristic differentiates fibrous proteins from globular proteins?
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Which protein type is primarily responsible for catalysis in biological systems?
Which protein type is primarily responsible for catalysis in biological systems?
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What is a common feature of various post-translational modifications?
What is a common feature of various post-translational modifications?
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Which of the following post-translational modifications is known for adding a phosphate group to proteins?
Which of the following post-translational modifications is known for adding a phosphate group to proteins?
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In which situation does proteolytic cleavage occur?
In which situation does proteolytic cleavage occur?
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What is one consequence of proline isomerization in proteins?
What is one consequence of proline isomerization in proteins?
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Which of the following is considered a major class of modifications that change protein structure?
Which of the following is considered a major class of modifications that change protein structure?
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What process is necessary for converting proinsulin into its active form?
What process is necessary for converting proinsulin into its active form?
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Which statement about post-translational modifications (PTMs) is correct?
Which statement about post-translational modifications (PTMs) is correct?
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What is a biological significance of reversible post-translational modifications?
What is a biological significance of reversible post-translational modifications?
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Which post-translational modification involves the formation of covalent bonds that stabilize protein structure?
Which post-translational modification involves the formation of covalent bonds that stabilize protein structure?
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How do post-translational modifications contribute to the diversity of the proteome?
How do post-translational modifications contribute to the diversity of the proteome?
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Study Notes
Protein Structure
- Proteins are vital for all cellular function.
- Proteins are macromolecules formed by chains of amino acids called polypeptides.
- The human body can produce approximately 2 million different proteins from only 20,000 genes.
- The sequence of amino acids in a protein determines its structure and function.
- Proteins fold into a 3D shape to achieve the lowest and most stable form.
- The final structure is achieved in seconds.
- Smaller regions of stable secondary structure form first, followed by the development of tertiary structure.
Levels of Protein Structure
- Primary Structure: Linear sequence of amino acids linked by peptide bonds
- Secondary Structure: Interactions between adjacent amino acids, forming structures such as alpha helices, beta sheets, and loops/random coils.
- Tertiary Structure: The overall 3D fold of a single polypeptide chain.
- Quaternary Structure: The assembly of multiple proteins into a complex.
Primary Structure
- The primary structure is determined by the DNA sequence of the gene that encodes the protein.
- A genetic mutation in the gene can lead to alterations in the primary structure, impacting the protein's final structure and function.
- Sickle Cell Disease: Caused by a single mutation in the beta-globin gene; the substitution of Glutamate with Valine changes the hemoglobin structure, resulting in sickled red blood cells.
Tertiary Structure
- Tertiary structure is defined by the 3D shape of the entire polypeptide chain.
- Bonds that stabilize tertiary structure include:
- Hydrogen bonds: Between R groups of amino acids
- Ionic bonds: Electrostatic attractions between oppositely charged R groups
- Disulphide bridges: Covalent bonds between cysteine residues
- Hydrophobic interactions: Hydrophobic R groups cluster together to avoid water.
Proproteins
- Proproteins are inactive peptides or proteins that require post-translational modifications to become active.
- Example: Insulin - Insulin proproteins are processed through several steps, including removal of a signal peptide and cleavage of specific regions, to form the mature and active insulin.
Post-Translational Modifications (PTMs)
- PTMs are modifications to proteins that occur after translation and significantly extend their structural diversity.
- PTMs can involve:
- *Processing: Proteolytic cleavage to an active form
- *Covalent modification: Modifications that alter chemical structure
Biological Significance of PTMs
- PTMs expand proteomic diversity, allowing the production of more than 1 million proteins from a limited number of genes.
- PTMs can alter protein structure and function, impacting their biological activity.
- Some PTMs are reversible, allowing for rapid dynamic regulation of protein activity.
- Enzymes are responsible for catalyzing both PTMs and reverse modifications.
- PTMs are crucial for regulating numerous biological processes, including metabolism, cellular signaling, transcription, etc.
Protein Phosphorylation
- Approximately 30% of proteins are phosphorylated, often multiple times.
- The most common phosphorylation sites are serine, followed by threonine and tyrosine.
- Tyrosine phosphorylation often leads to protein-protein interactions, important in signaling networks.
Detecting Phosphorylated Proteins
- Methods include:
- Phospho-specific antibodies
- Two-Dimensional Phosphopeptide Mapping with 32P
Protein Acetylation
- Acetyl groups are transferred to the lysine residue of proteins by Protein AcetylTransferases (PATs).
- The process is reversed by Protein Deacetylases (PDACs).
- Histones are the most characterized targets of acetylation, with specific HATs and HDACs regulating gene transcription.
- Non-histone protein acetylation is an active area of research.
Protein Methylation
- Methyl groups are transferred to proteins by Protein Methyltransferases (PMTs).
- The process can be reversed by protein demethylases.
- Arginine and lysine are the major amino acid methylation targets.
- The methylation of histones is crucial for gene regulation.
Histone Code Hypothesis
- Multiple histone modifications act in a combinatorial or sequential manner, specifying downstream functions.
Citrullination
- Converts Arg to Citrulline by Peptidylarginine Deiminases (PADs).
- Citrullinated proteins are targeted by the immune system and implicated in autoimmune diseases and arthritis.
Glycosylation
- Adding mono- or poly-saccharides to proteins to create glycoproteins.
Ubiquitination
- The last glycine in ubiquitin is attached to lysine residues in target proteins.
- Mono-ubiquitination regulates protein structure and function.
- Poly-ubiquitination tags proteins for degradation in the proteasome.
Proteasome Degradation
- The proteasome is a protein degradation system that breaks down polyubiquitinated proteins.
Biological Functions of Ubiquitination and Proteasomal Degradation
- Removal of damaged and mis-folded proteins
- Control of the lifespan of proteins
- Regulation of numerous cellular processes, including cell cycle, mitosis, and response to DNA damage.
Lipidation
- Lipidation targets proteins to membranes within organelles, vesicles, and the plasma membrane.
- Types of lipidation include:
- C-terminal glycosyl phosphatidylinositol (GPI) anchor
- N-terminal myristoylation
- S-myristoylation
- S-prenylation
- Lipidation increases the hydrophobicity of proteins, enhancing their affinity for membranes.
Proteins
- Vital for all cellular functions
- Are polymeric macromolecules
- Thousands of different proteins exist with different functions
- The human body can generate ~2 million different types of proteins from ~20,000 genes
Protein Functions
- Structural: Support (example: Collagen)
- Storage: Storage (example: Casein)
- Transport: O2 Transport (example: Haemoglobin)
- Hormonal: Metabolism (example: Insulin)
- Receptor: Cellular response (example: b-Adrenergic receptor)
- Contractile: Movement (example: Actin, myosin)
- Defensive: Protection (example: Antibodies)
- Enzymatic: Catalysis (example: Digestive enzymes)
Protein Structure
- Polypeptide: Chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds
- Protein: Polypeptide chain that is greater than 40 amino acids, that folds into a defined shape
- Sequence of amino acids determines the shape and function of the protein
Levels of Protein Structure
- Primary: Sequence of amino acids from N-terminus to C-terminus
- Secondary: Interactions between adjacent amino acids (examples: α helices, b sheets, loops/random coils)
- Tertiary: 3D folding of a single polypeptide chain
- Quaternary: Assembly of multiple proteins into a complex
Primary Structure
- Determined by the DNA sequence of the gene for each protein
- Dictates final protein structure: sequential arrangement of R groups influences subsequent secondary, tertiary and quaternary structures
- Genetic mutations can lead to primary structure changes that alter structure and function (example: Sickle cell disease)
Tertiary Structure
- Overall 3-D shape of the entire polypeptide
- Held together by:
- Hydrogen bonds between R Groups
- Ionic bonds between CO2- and NH3+ of R Groups
- Disulphide bridges (covalent crosslinks) between cysteine –SH groups (Cys-S—S-Cys)
- Hydrophobic interactions: Hydrophobic R Groups cluster inside proteins to shield themselves from water
Post-Translational Modification (PTM)
- Changes to proteins after translation that affect their structure, function and stability.
- Can involve structural changes or the addition of small functional groups
Types of PTM
- Proteolytic Cleavage: One or several amino acids are removed from the N-terminus of a protein; or, a protein peptide bond is cleaved in the internal part of the protein
- Proline Isomerisation: Change in proline residue spatial conformation
- Phosphorylation: Addition of a phosphate group to a protein (catalyzed by protein kinase)
- Acetylation: Addition of an acetyl group to a protein (catalyzed by protein acetyltransferase)
- Methylation: Addition of a methyl group to a protein (catalyzed by protein methyltransferase)
- Hydroxylation: Addition of a hydroxyl group to a protein
- Citrullination: Deimination of arginine converting it to citrulline (catalyzed by peptidylarginine deiminases)
- Glycosylation: Addition of mono- and oligo- saccharides
- Ubiquitination: Addition of other peptides or proteins
- Lipid Modification: Addition of fatty acid and lipid residues
Protein Phosphorylation
- Estimated that ~ 30% of proteins are phosphorylated
- Serine is the most commonly phosphorylated amino acid, followed by threonine and tyrosine
- Tyrosine phosphorylation leads to binding of specific proteins that promote protein:protein interactions as part of the signaling networks
- Phosphorylation is reversible.
Protein Acetylation
- The most characterized targets of protein acetylation are histones
- The histone acetyltransferases (HATs) and histone deacetylases (HDACs) can have non-histone substrates too
- Reversible histone acetylation is important in control of gene transcription
Protein Methylation
- The two major amino acids methylated are Arginine and Lysine
Protein Glycosylation
- Adding mono- or poly- saccharides to a protein
- Glycosylated proteins are called glycoproteins and are major structural components of many cell surface and secreted proteins
- Plays numerous biological functions including control of protein stability, trafficking and recognition
N-linked Glycosylation
- A 14 sugar unit is added to asparagine residue of the newly synthesised polypeptide in the ER
O-linked Glycosylation
- A sugar is added one at a time in the Golgi or cytoplasm
- The sugar is usually added to the hydroxyl- group of serine or threonine
- In some proteins hydroxy-lysine or hydroxyproline are glycosylated
Protein Polyubiquitination
- Ubiquitin is a small protein containing 76 amino acids
Histone Code Hypothesis
- Multiple histone modifications, acting in a combinatorial or sequential manner specify unique downstream functions
Insulin Production
- Insulin is produced as a proprotein, which is an inactive peptide requiring post-translational modifications to become active.
- The INS gene product is initially synthesized as preproinsulin, which is directed into the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) by a signal peptide.
- The signal peptide is cleaved by signal peptidase in the ER, resulting in proinsulin.
Post-Translational Modifications
- Post-translational modifications occur after protein synthesis and can involve processing (proteolytic cleavage) and covalent modification.
- Examples of covalent modifications include oxidation of -SH groups to -S-S- (disulfide bridges) and cleavage of the C chain in the ER.
- Proteolytic cleavage refers to the breakdown of a protein at peptide bonds, often removing amino acids from the N-terminus or cleaving internal regions. It is irreversible.
- Proline isomerization alters the spatial conformation of proline residues, shifting between cis- and trans-conformations. This can significantly impact protein structure.
Types of Post-Translational Modifications
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Phosphorylation involves the addition of a phosphate group from ATP to an acceptor protein, catalyzed by kinases.
- The process is reversible via protein phosphatases.
- Phosphorylation regulates numerous biological processes.
- Pyruvate dehydrogenase is regulated by phosphorylation/dephosphorylation, influenced by NADH, NAD+, acetyl CoA, and CoA levels.
- The cell cycle is controlled by cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs).
- CDKs phosphorylate serine and threonine residues, promoting cell cycle progression.
- CDKs only function when attached to a cyclin.
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Acetylation involves the addition of an acetyl group from acetyl Coenzyme A to lysine residues in proteins, catalyzed by protein acetyltransferases (PATs).
- Deacetylation is catalyzed by protein deacetylases (PDACs).
- The most characterized targets of acetylation are histones, with associated enzymes called histone acetyltransferases (HATs) and histone deacetylases (HDACs).
- Reversible histone acetylation plays a key role in gene transcription control.
- Methylation involves the addition of a methyl group from S-adenosylmethionine to an acceptor protein, catalyzed by protein methyltransferases.
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Glycosylation is the process of adding carbohydrates (oligosaccharides) to proteins.
- It impacts protein folding, conformation, distribution, stability, and activity.
- N-linked glycosylation involves the addition of a 14-sugar unit to asparagine residues in the ER.
- O-linked glycosylation involves the sequential addition of single sugars, typically to serine, threonine, hydroxylysine, or hydroxyproline residues in the Golgi or cytoplasm.
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Ubiquitination involves the attachment of ubiquitin, a small protein, to lysine residues in target proteins.
- Mono-ubiquitination alters protein structure and function.
- Polyubiquitination (multiple ubiquitin chains) targets proteins for degradation in the proteasome.
- Ubiquitination requires three enzymes: ubiquitin-activating enzymes (E1), ubiquitin conjugating enzymes (E2), and ubiquitin ligase enzymes (E3).
- Deubiquitinating enzymes (DUBs) remove ubiquitin chains.
- Polyubiquitination plays a crucial role in protein degradation, removing damaged or misfolded proteins, controlling protein lifespan, and regulating key cellular processes like cell cycle, mitosis, and DNA damage response.
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Lipidation is a way to target proteins to membranes in organelles (ER, Golgi), vesicles (endosomes, lysosomes), and the plasma membrane.
- Four types of lipidation include C-terminal glycosyl phosphatidylinositol (GPI) anchor, N-terminal myristoylation, S-myristoylation, and S-prenylation.
- Lipidation increases protein hydrophobicity and affinity for membranes.
Proteomic Diversity
- The proteome (the complete set of proteins) is significantly larger than the genome (the set of genes).
- Post-translational modifications, along with transcriptional and mRNA-level changes, contribute to the expansion of the proteome beyond the genome and transcriptome.
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This quiz covers the essential aspects of protein structure, including the importance of proteins for cellular functions and their formation from amino acids. You will explore the four levels of protein structure: primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary, along with their significance in biological processes.
