16 Questions
What is the primary function of structural proteins?
Providing support for cells and tissues
Which type of protein includes examples like alpha globulin and hemoglobin?
Globular proteins
What holds together amino acids into a large macromolecule called a polypeptide?
Peptide bond
What are the building blocks of proteins?
Amino acids
Which function do enzymes serve in the body?
Increasing the rate of chemical reactions
What are the two major types of proteins mentioned in the text?
Globular proteins and fibrous proteins
What is the primary function of storage proteins?
Store amino acids for future use
What is the main function of receptor proteins?
Receive chemical signals from outside a cell
What is the difference between DNA and RNA?
DNA has thymine while RNA has uracil as one of its bases
What is the cause of Down Syndrome?
An additional copy of chromosome 21
What is the structure of ATP?
Adenine base, ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups
What is the process by which green plants convert light energy into chemical energy?
Photosynthesis
What are Chargaff's rules related to DNA?
Relative amounts of adenine and thymine are equal
What is the role of proteins in defense?
[Proteins] form antibodies to prevent infection
What is the role of proteins in hormone production?
[Proteins] are involved in the creation of some hormones
What are the stages of the cell cycle?
G1, S, G2, M, Cytokinesis
Test your knowledge about proteins and amino acids with this quiz. Learn about the structure of proteins, the building blocks of proteins, and the formation of peptide bonds.
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