Protein Structure: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary

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What is a molten globule?

A phase where the protein has no secondary or tertiary structure

A phase where the protein has a native-like secondary structure but lacks a tightly packed protein interior (correct)

A phase where the protein has a well-structured three-dimensional fold

A phase where the protein is completely denatured

Which strategy do chaperones use to guide misfolded regions back into place?

Aggregating misfolded proteins to remove them from the cell

Promoting increased misfolding of the protein

Assisting in protein folding without altering the final conformation (correct)

Breaking down the protein into smaller fragments

What characterizes intrinsically unstructured proteins?

They always exist in a molten globule state

They have a well-defined three-dimensional fold

They are highly resistant to denaturation

They lack a well-structured three-dimensional fold (correct)

Which condition is required for the formation of a molten globule?

Low pH and high salt concentration Signup and view all the answers

How do intrinsically unstructured proteins differ from structured proteins?

Unstructured proteins lack a well-defined three-dimensional fold, while structured proteins have one Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are often approximated as spheres and tend to be water soluble?

Globular proteins Signup and view all the answers

What stabilizes the tertiary (3°) structure of a protein?

Hydrophobic effect Signup and view all the answers

In which type of proteins are most of the nonpolar side chains buried inside the structure?

Fibrous proteins Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protein structures are often strong, insoluble, and have structural roles?

Fibrous proteins Signup and view all the answers

What type of protein folding is described as having nearly all its polar side chains interact with the aqueous environment by hydrogen bonding and ion-dipole interactions?

Globular proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is denaturation in the context of proteins?

The reversible loss of structural order that gives a protein its biological activity Signup and view all the answers

How can denaturation of proteins occur?

By reducing S-S bonds using detergents Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to errors in protein folding that can lead to diseases like Alzheimer's?

Errors in folding Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically found in globular proteins?

At the protein surface Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of molecular chaperones in protein folding?

To ensure proper protein folding or restore misfolded proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the AI network developed by Google AI offshoot DeepMind for protein structure prediction?

AlphaFold Signup and view all the answers

Who co-founded the biennial protein structure prediction challenge called CASP in 1994?

John Moult Signup and view all the answers

What does CASP stand for in the context of protein structure prediction?

Critical Assessment of Structure Prediction Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the AlphaFold program's success in predicting protein structures announced?

2020 Signup and view all the answers

Which individual mentioned in the text specializes in computational biology at the University of Maryland?

John Moult Signup and view all the answers

What type of bond is responsible for the tertiary structure of proteins?

Covalent bond Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following proteins is found in connective tissue and plays a role in providing structural support?

Collagen Signup and view all the answers

What effect do pH and carbon dioxide levels have on the oxygen-binding capacity of hemoglobin?

Affect the pKa of His146 Signup and view all the answers

Which protein lacks a quaternary structure and binds a single oxygen molecule?

Myoglobin Signup and view all the answers

What forces are primarily responsible for protein folding and maintaining the quaternary structure?

Hydrophobic interactions Signup and view all the answers

What does the primary structure of a protein refer to?

The linear amino acid sequence in a polypeptide chain Signup and view all the answers

Which types of bonds are involved in maintaining secondary protein structures?

Hydrogen bonds Signup and view all the answers

How is an alpha-helix arranged in a protein structure?

Parallel to the axis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that drives protein folding?

Hydrophobic effect Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are embedded within cell membranes?

Integral membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

What structural element of proteins is characterized by polypeptide chains adjacent to each other in a sheet-like structure?

Beta-pleated sheet Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributes to disrupting an alpha-helix structure in proteins?

Steric crowding from Val, Ile, Thr side chains Signup and view all the answers

What is the distance of one turn in an alpha helix containing 3.6 amino acids?

5.4 Å Signup and view all the answers

Which amino acid is known to disrupt the alpha-helix structure due to its cyclic structure and lack of N-H for hydrogen bonding?

Proline Signup and view all the answers

What type of protein structure is characterized by R groups alternating above and below the plane, with hydrogen bonds forming between the backbone of adjacent sheets?

Beta-pleated sheet Signup and view all the answers

What causes a bend or 'kink' in the protein structure due to restricted rotation and lack of N-H bonding?

Proline side chain Signup and view all the answers

What disrupts the alpha-helix structure due to strong electrostatic repulsion caused by the proximity of side chains of like charge?

Lysine and Arginine Signup and view all the answers

Which amino acid is commonly found in reverse turns of proteins for spatial reasons?

Glycine Signup and view all the answers

What type of protein structure is characterized by polypeptide chains being pulled into a helical structure through hydrogen bonds?

Alpha helix Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can cause disruption in an alpha-helix structure due to steric crowding by bulky side chains?

Isoleucine side chain Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of denaturation in proteins?

Heat-induced disruptive vibrations Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to protein folding by forcing water to organize around non-polar species?

Hydrophobic effect Signup and view all the answers

In which protein structure are hydrophobic residues typically found inside or in the interior?

Membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

How do chaperones contribute to protein folding?

By restoring misfolded proteins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can lead to diseases like Alzheimer's due to errors in folding?

Protein aggregation Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of denaturation of proteins?

Loss of native three-dimensional structure Signup and view all the answers

In protein structure prediction, what is the primary challenge faced by computational models like AlphaFold program?

Predicting the tertiary structure accurately Signup and view all the answers

Which factor primarily drives the proper folding of proteins into their functional conformations?

Hydrophobic effect Signup and view all the answers

Where are membrane proteins primarily located in a cell?

Cell membrane Signup and view all the answers

What role does the hydrophobic effect play in determining the structure of membrane proteins?

Drives the insertion of nonpolar regions into the hydrophobic core of the membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the process where a protein loses its structure and function due to exposure to heat, pH changes, or chemicals?

Denaturation Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are embedded in cell membranes and play crucial roles in cell signaling and transport?

Membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

In the context of protein folding, what drives hydrophobic residues to move towards the interior of the protein structure?

Hydrophilic interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the AI network developed by DeepMind for predicting protein structures that outperformed other teams in the CASP challenge?

AlphaFold Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process where a protein loses its structure due to factors like temperature or pH changes, leading to loss of biological activity?

Denaturation Signup and view all the answers

What effect does denaturation have on proteins?

It leads to the breakdown of tertiary structure Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is commonly used for protein structure prediction?

X-ray crystallography Signup and view all the answers

What drives protein folding to achieve its functional 3D structure?

Attraction between nonpolar side chains Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically located in membrane proteins?

Exclusively in the transmembrane region Signup and view all the answers

Which feature characterizes membrane proteins compared to soluble proteins?

Limited tertiary interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protein structure is most affected by denaturation processes?

Tertiary structure Signup and view all the answers

In the context of protein structure prediction, what is the primary challenge faced by computational methods?

Predicting non-covalent interactions accurately Signup and view all the answers

What role does the hydrophobic effect play in protein folding?

Promotes the burial of nonpolar residues to minimize contact with water Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are commonly embedded within cell membranes?

Integral membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of protein folding is primarily responsible for ensuring proper conformation and function?

Maintenance of tertiary structure through non-covalent forces Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of denaturation in proteins?

Disruption of hydrogen bonds Signup and view all the answers

Which AI network developed by Google AI offshoot DeepMind is known for its success in protein structure prediction?

AlphaFold Signup and view all the answers

What type of proteins are embedded within cell membranes?

Integral membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

How do chaperones assist in protein folding?

By guiding misfolded regions back into place Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically found in globular proteins?

Within the hydrophilic core of the protein Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the disruption of an alpha-helix structure due to restricted rotation and lack of N-H bonding for hydrogen bonds?

Proline Signup and view all the answers

Which amino acid is commonly found in reverse turns of proteins for spatial reasons?

Glycine Signup and view all the answers

What can disrupt an alpha-helix structure due to steric crowding by bulky side chains?

Valine Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protein structure is characterized by polypeptide chains adjacent to each other in a sheet-like structure?

Beta-pleated sheet Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically found in globular proteins?

Buried inside the protein structure Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are embedded within cell membranes?

Integral membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

What effect does denaturation have on proteins?

Loss of biological activity Signup and view all the answers

What primarily drives the folding of proteins into their functional structures?

Hydrophobic effect Signup and view all the answers

Which type of proteins are often approximated as spheres and tend to be water-soluble?

Globular proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the artificial intelligence network developed by DeepMind that made a significant breakthrough in predicting protein structures?

AlphaFold Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically located in globular proteins?

In the core or interior Signup and view all the answers

What factor can cause disruption in the alpha-helix structure of proteins?

Lack of N-H bonding for hydrogen bonds Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of membrane proteins in a cell?

Facilitate cellular communication and transport Signup and view all the answers

How does denaturation affect the structure of proteins?

It disrupts the native conformation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge faced by computational methods in the context of protein structure prediction?

Dealing with the vast conformational space of protein structures Signup and view all the answers

Which factor primarily drives hydrophobic residues to move towards the interior of a protein structure during folding?

The hydrophobic effect Signup and view all the answers

In the context of protein folding, what disrupts the alpha-helix structure due to steric crowding by bulky side chains?

Proline Signup and view all the answers

How does denaturation affect proteins?

It leads to loss of biological activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge faced by computational methods in protein structure prediction?

Predicting the correct 3D structure from amino acid sequence Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically found in membrane proteins?

Within the hydrophilic core of the membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of denaturation in proteins?

Heat, pH changes, or chemical agents Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically located in membrane proteins?

Buried inside the protein structure Signup and view all the answers

Which factor primarily drives protein folding into their functional conformations?

Hydrophobic effect and van der Waals interactions Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes membrane proteins compared to soluble proteins?

Interaction with aqueous environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of denaturation of proteins according to the text?

pH changes Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to disruptive vibrations leading to denaturation of proteins?

Heat Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of molecular chaperones in protein folding?

Ensuring proper protein folding Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically found in membrane proteins?

Buried inside the membrane interior Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can lead to the aggregation of partly-folded proteins in protein folding?

Heat-induced disruptive vibrations Signup and view all the answers

What structural role do proteins with long fibers or large sheets play in nature?

Mechanically strong and insoluble Signup and view all the answers

Which type of protein structure is characterized by the association of polypeptide chains into sub-units?

Quaternary (4°) structure Signup and view all the answers

What effect does proper protein folding have on the binding site and activity of proteins?

Leads to proper binding site & activity Signup and view all the answers

Which factor affects the oxygen binding behavior of hemoglobin by decreasing pKa of His146 when O2 binds?

pH level Signup and view all the answers

Where are membrane proteins primarily located in cells?

Cell membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern for computational methods in predicting protein structures?

Identifying the tertiary structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of denaturation in proteins?

Disruption of tertiary structure Signup and view all the answers

In protein folding, what drives hydrophobic residues to move towards the interior of the protein structure?

Van der Waals forces Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically located in membrane proteins?

In the transmembrane region Signup and view all the answers

What type of proteins are commonly embedded within cell membranes?

Integral membrane proteins Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributes to disrupting an α-helix structure in proteins?

Steric crowding caused by bulky side chains Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the β-pleated sheet structure in proteins?

R groups projecting above and below the plane Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the hydrophobic effect have on determining the structure of membrane proteins?

Forces hydrophobic residues towards the interior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can disrupt the β-pleated sheet structure in proteins?

Steric crowding caused by bulky side chains Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of protein folding is primarily driven by strong electrostatic repulsion?

Proximity of several side chains of like charge Signup and view all the answers

Where are hydrophobic residues typically found in globular proteins?

In the interior away from water Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of denaturation on proteins?

'Kink' or 'bend' in the α-helix structure Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to structures where R groups alternate above and below the plane in proteins?

'Sheet-like' structures Signup and view all the answers

How do hydrophobic residues impact membrane protein structures?

'Kink' or 'bend' the structure Signup and view all the answers

What disrupts the α-helix structure due to steric crowding?

'Kink' or 'bend' caused by bulky side chains Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Protein Structure

Primary Structure (1°): The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain, read from the N-terminal end to the C-terminal end.
Secondary Structure (2°): Local conformations, maintained by extensive H-bonding, involving components of the peptide bond.
- α-helix: A helical, coiled structure, where C=O of one amino acid is hydrogen bonded to N-H of an amino acid that is four down the chain.
- β-sheets: Extended "flat" sheets, where polypeptide chains lie adjacent to one another, with hydrogen bonds forming between the backbone of sheets.
Tertiary Structure (3°): The completely folded and compacted polypeptide chain, stabilized by interactions of amino acid side chains in non-neighboring regions of the polypeptide chain.
- Globular Proteins: Folded to a more or less spherical shape, soluble in water and salt solutions, with polar side chains on the outside and non-polar side chains buried inside.
- Fibrous Proteins: Contain polypeptide chains organized approximately parallel along a single axis, often strong, insoluble, and with structural roles.
Quaternary Structure (4°): The association of polypeptide chains, with several peptide chains (sub-units) combining together.
- Example: Hemoglobin: A globular protein with 4 sub-units, labeled a and b, that bind 4 O2 molecules, exhibiting cooperativity, and pH and [CO2] affecting O2 binding.

Protein Folding

Denaturation: The loss of structural order, resulting in the loss of biological activity.
Chaperones: Part of a quality control system, ensuring proper protein folding or restoring misfolded proteins after various forms of stress.
Hydrophobic Effect: Non-polar species in water reduce entropy, as water is forced to organize around them.
Protein Aggregation: Linked to numerous neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Diabetes type 2.

Protein Structure Prediction

AlphaFold: An artificial intelligence (AI) network developed by Google AI, which has made a significant leap in solving protein structure prediction.
CASP (Critical Assessment of Structure Prediction): A biennial challenge, held virtually, to improve computational methods for accurately predicting protein structures.### Protein Structure
Denaturation: the loss of protein's biological activity due to the loss of structural order (2°, 3°, or 4°)
Causes of denaturation: pH changes, mercaptoethanol, detergent, heat, urea/guanidine
Denaturation may or may not be reversible
Errors in folding contribute to diseases like Alzheimer's and Diabetes type 2

Protein Folding

Hydrophobic effect: non-polar species in water reduce entropy as water is forced to organize around them
Globular proteins have hydrophobic residues inside, while membrane proteins have hydrophobic residues in the membrane interior
Chaperones: part of a quality control system that ensures proper protein folding or restores misfolded proteins after stress
Heat-induced denaturation exposes nonpolar segments to aqueous solvent

Structure Prediction

AI network AlphaFold developed by Google AI offshoot DeepMind made a significant leap in solving protein structure prediction
AlphaFold outperformed other teams in the Critical Assessment of Structure Prediction (CASP) challenge

Protein Structure Levels

Primary Structure

1° structure: the sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain, read from N-terminal to C-terminal end
Refers to the linear amino acid sequence

Secondary Structure

2° structure: local conformations maintained by extensive hydrogen bonding involving peptide bond components
2 major kinds of 2° structures: α-helices and β-sheets
α-helix: C=O of one amino acid is hydrogen bonded to N-H of an amino acid that is four residues ahead
β-sheets: polypeptide chains lie adjacent to each other, with R groups alternating above and below the plane

Tertiary Structure

3° structure forces: non-covalent (H-bond, electrostatic interaction, hydrophobic interaction) and covalent (disulfide bond)
Hydrogen bonding in 3° structure is important for proper binding site and activity

Quaternary Structure

4° structure: the association of polypeptide chains (sub-units) combining together
Example: hemoglobin has 4 sub-units, binds 4 O2 molecules, and exhibits cooperativity

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