Proteins

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What determines the job/role of a protein?

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The shape of the protein determines its job/role.

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What can change a protein's shape?

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Mistakes in DNA (mutations), heat, and high or low pH can all change a protein's shape.

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What type of protein marks viruses or bacteria for destruction by the immune system?

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Antibody.

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What makes each amino acid different?

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The R group that is attached to the amino acid makes each one different.

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How many different amino acids exist?

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There are 20 different amino acids.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of long chains of amino acids.

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What is the primary structure of a protein?

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The primary structure of a protein is the sequence of amino acids in its polypeptide chain.

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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 stressors like heat or pH changes.

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What role do enzymes play in biological processes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is the function of antibodies?

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Antibodies are proteins that help identify and neutralize foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.