Protein Flashcard

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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Amino acid.

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What type of protein is collagen classified as?

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Structural protein.

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What type of bond connects amino acids in a protein?

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Peptide bonds, which are covalent bonds.

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What is the function of hemoglobin in the body?

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Hemoglobin is a transport protein that moves oxygen throughout the body.

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What makes each amino acid unique?

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The R group (or side chain) of the amino acid.

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What are the two main categories of proteins based on their structure?

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Fibrous proteins and globular proteins.

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What is the primary structure of a protein?

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The sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological systems?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is denaturation in proteins?

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Denaturation is the process where proteins lose their structure and function due to external stress or conditions.

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What is the quaternary structure of a protein?

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The arrangement of multiple polypeptide chains into a single functional unit.