B1.2 Protein Flashcard

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What is the monomer of a protein?

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Amino acid.

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What is the effect of high temperatures on protein structure?

Back

High temperatures can lead to denaturation.

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Which of the following is NOT a type of interaction that can contribute to the tertiary structure of a protein?

Back

Peptide bonds.

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Which element is found in all polypeptides but is not found in carbohydrates?

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Nitrogen (N).

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How does the sequence of amino acids impact the structure of proteins?

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It determines the three-dimensional shape.

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What are the four levels of protein structure?

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Primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary.

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What is denaturation in proteins?

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

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What role do R-groups play in proteins?

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R-groups determine the properties and functions of amino acids.

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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 type of bond forms between amino acids?

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Peptide bond.