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At a protein's isoelectric point, which of the following interactions is most likely to occur?
At a protein's isoelectric point, which of the following interactions is most likely to occur?
- Dissolution into the surrounding solvent.
- Increased solubility due to charged repulsion.
- Scattering of protein molecules within the solution.
- Aggregation and precipitation due to attraction. (correct)
Given the structure of a dipeptide, how could you identify the amino acids that comprise it?
Given the structure of a dipeptide, how could you identify the amino acids that comprise it?
- By comparing the R-groups attached to the alpha carbon. (correct)
- By analyzing the sequence of peptide bonds.
- By counting the number of carbon atoms.
- By measuring the overall molecular weight of the dipeptide.
How does the presence of a stereocenter affect the properties of an amino acid?
How does the presence of a stereocenter affect the properties of an amino acid?
- It has no effect on the properties of the amino acid.
- It prevents the amino acid from forming peptide bonds.
- It allows the amino acid to have optical activity. (correct)
- It makes the amino acid achiral.
Which of the following is true regarding the solubility of amino acids and proteins at their isoelectric point?
Which of the following is true regarding the solubility of amino acids and proteins at their isoelectric point?
Considering the structure of an amino acid, which component is the primary determinant of its unique chemical properties?
Considering the structure of an amino acid, which component is the primary determinant of its unique chemical properties?
Which process is essential for a protein to achieve its functional conformation?
Which process is essential for a protein to achieve its functional conformation?
If an amino acid has a net charge of zero, what can be inferred about the pH of the solution it is in?
If an amino acid has a net charge of zero, what can be inferred about the pH of the solution it is in?
How can you determine the number of amino acids present in a given segment of a secondary protein structure?
How can you determine the number of amino acids present in a given segment of a secondary protein structure?
What distinguishes a peptide linkage from other covalent bonds in a protein structure?
What distinguishes a peptide linkage from other covalent bonds in a protein structure?
How does the number of naturally occurring amino acids in common proteins contribute to the diversity of protein structures?
How does the number of naturally occurring amino acids in common proteins contribute to the diversity of protein structures?
How are the amino acid residues in a tripeptide identified based on its structure?
How are the amino acid residues in a tripeptide identified based on its structure?
Within a tripeptide, what is the role of alanine, methionine, and glutamine in the overall structure and function?
Within a tripeptide, what is the role of alanine, methionine, and glutamine in the overall structure and function?
What chemical characteristic makes aspartic acid and glutamic acid acidic?
What chemical characteristic makes aspartic acid and glutamic acid acidic?
Which amino acid is uniquely capable of forming disulfide bonds, and why is this important?
Which amino acid is uniquely capable of forming disulfide bonds, and why is this important?
What is the significance of the alpha carbon in the structure of an amino acid?
What is the significance of the alpha carbon in the structure of an amino acid?
How do hydrogen bonds and peptide bonds contribute to the stabilization of a secondary protein structure?
How do hydrogen bonds and peptide bonds contribute to the stabilization of a secondary protein structure?
How do detergents disrupt protein structure, and what types of interactions are primarily affected?
How do detergents disrupt protein structure, and what types of interactions are primarily affected?
What is the key characteristic of amino acids and proteins at their isoelectric point, and how does it affect their solubility?
What is the key characteristic of amino acids and proteins at their isoelectric point, and how does it affect their solubility?
How does a peptide bond link amino acids, and what specific groups are involved in this bond formation?
How does a peptide bond link amino acids, and what specific groups are involved in this bond formation?
Which property of amino acids is most directly related to the isoelectric point (pI)?
Which property of amino acids is most directly related to the isoelectric point (pI)?
Flashcards
Isoelectric Point (pI)
Isoelectric Point (pI)
The pH where a protein has no net electrical charge, causing it to aggregate and precipitate.
Amino Acids Bonded
Amino Acids Bonded
Valine and Phenylalanine
Stereocenter Statement
Stereocenter Statement
Each amino acid has a unique stereocenter.
Isoelectric Point Effect
Isoelectric Point Effect
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Side Chain
Side Chain
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Protein Folding
Protein Folding
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Approximate pH
Approximate pH
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Diagram Amino Acids
Diagram Amino Acids
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Amino Acid Count
Amino Acid Count
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Tripeptide Residues
Tripeptide Residues
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Tripeptide Bonds
Tripeptide Bonds
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Aspartic/Glutamic Acidity
Aspartic/Glutamic Acidity
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Disulfide Bonds
Disulfide Bonds
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Central Carbon Name
Central Carbon Name
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Protein Stabilization
Protein Stabilization
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Isoelectric Point
Isoelectric Point
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Peptide Bond Linkage
Peptide Bond Linkage
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Isoelectric Point Describes
Isoelectric Point Describes
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Sulfur Amino Acids
Sulfur Amino Acids
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Tripeptide Composition
Tripeptide Composition
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Study Notes
Proteins at Isoelectric Point
- At the isoelectric point (pI), proteins have a net charge of zero due to the balance of positive and negative charges.
- This condition reduces repulsive electrostatic forces, leading to an increase in attractive forces.
- Increased attraction leads to aggregation and subsequent precipitation of the proteins.
Peptide Bonds
- Peptide bonds link amino acids together.
- Example: Valine and Phenylalanine connected via peptide bonds.
Amino Acid Stereochemistry
- Some amino acids have a unique stereocenter.
Isoelectric Point and Solubility
- Amino acids and proteins exhibit minimum solubility at their isoelectric point.
Determinants of Amino Acid Properties
- The side chain (R-group) determines an amino acid's chemical properties.
Protein Folding
- Folding is the process by which a protein attains its functional or native conformation.
Amino Acid Net Charge and pH
- An amino acid approximately has zero net charge at a pH between 5 and 6.
Forces Stabilizing Protein Structure
- Hydrogen bonds and peptide bonds stabilize the secondary structure of proteins.
Detergents and Protein Structure
- Detergents like Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfate (SDS) disrupt hydrophobic interactions and ionic bonds.
Isoelectric Point Effects
- At the isoelectric point, the absence of a net charge reduces the solubility of amino acids and proteins.
Peptide Bond Formation
- A peptide bond forms between the carboxyl carbon of one amino acid and the amino nitrogen of another.
Isoelectric Point Characteristics
- The isoelectric point (pI) of amino acids is primarily characterized by its pH.
Sulfur-Containing Amino Acids
- Cysteine and methionine are the amino acids that contain sulfur.
Human Defense Proteins
- Immunological proteins protect against microbial or pathogenic assaults.
Unique Hydrophobic Amino Acid Structures
- Some hydrophobic amino acids have unique structure because its side chain is bonded to the alpha-carbon and to an amino group.
Acid Definition
- Acids are proton donors and the carboxyl group is deprotonated resulting in another molecule being protonated.
Amino Acids in Common Proteins
- There are 20 naturally occurring amino acids commonly found in proteins.
Keratin Denaturation
- Hydrogen bonds in keratin are denatured by heat from hair straighteners.
Cyclic Amino Acids
- Proline is the only cyclic amino acid.
Zwitterions
- A zwitterion is a molecule with both positively and negatively charged functional groups while maintaining a net charge of zero.
Proton Attraction
- Basic amino acids easily attract protons.
Protein Structure Orientation
- The side chains of molecules are oriented outward of the protein structure.
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