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What is the significance of proteins in living systems?
What is the significance of proteins in living systems?
- They are only found in certain parts of the cell and have limited functions.
- They are the most abundant inorganic molecules.
- They are primarily responsible for energy production in cells.
- They make up about 50% of the cellular dry weight and are essential for the structure and function of life. (correct)
Where do proteins occur in the cell?
Where do proteins occur in the cell?
- Exclusively in the cytoplasm
- Only in the nucleus
- Mainly in the cell wall
- In every part of the cell (correct)
What do proteins form the fundamental basis of in living systems?
What do proteins form the fundamental basis of in living systems?
- Cellular waste removal
- Energy production
- Cellular structure and function (correct)
- Genetic material
What is the term protein derived from?
What is the term protein derived from?
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How are secondary proteins characterized?
How are secondary proteins characterized?
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What types of bonds are present in tertiary protein structure?
What types of bonds are present in tertiary protein structure?
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What did G.J.Mulder find proteins could do when heated?
What did G.J.Mulder find proteins could do when heated?
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On what basis are proteins classified?
On what basis are proteins classified?
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Which functional group is acidic in nature in amino acids?
Which functional group is acidic in nature in amino acids?
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Which amino acids are classified as aliphatic amino acids?
Which amino acids are classified as aliphatic amino acids?
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Which type of amino acid cannot be synthesized in the body and must be obtained from the diet?
Which type of amino acid cannot be synthesized in the body and must be obtained from the diet?
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Which group is present in acidic amino acids such as aspartic acid and glutamic acid?
Which group is present in acidic amino acids such as aspartic acid and glutamic acid?
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Which category of amino acids contains tryptophan and histidine?
Which category of amino acids contains tryptophan and histidine?
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