DEAP BIO: Structure & Function of Macromol

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What type of bond is between nitrogenous bases?

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Hydrogen bond: A weak bond that forms between nitrogenous bases in DNA, crucial for base pairing.

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Where are new bonds formed in a growing polypeptide?

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Carboxyl group: The functional group that participates in forming peptide bonds during protein synthesis.

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What is the type of bond in the secondary structure of proteins?

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Hydrogen bond: These bonds stabilize the secondary structure of proteins, such as alpha helices and beta sheets.

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What pairs with adenine in DNA?

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Thymine: A nitrogenous base that pairs with adenine through hydrogen bonds in DNA.

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Which describes the orientation for the new peptide bond?

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Carboxyl to Amino: The orientation in which the carboxyl group of one amino acid bonds to the amino group of another.

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules essential for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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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, determining the protein's unique characteristics.

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What is the role of the R-group in amino acids?

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The R-group (side chain) determines the properties and functions of each amino acid.

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What is a peptide bond?

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A covalent bond formed between the carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amino group of another.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.