Chapter 3 amino acids part 3

Front

What happens when mucus builds up in the lungs?

Back

It leads to high rates of lung infections.

Front

What can block the pancreatic and bile ducts, causing digestive issues?

Back

Mucus buildup due to lack of certain proteins.

Front

What are polar uncharged amino acids?

Back

Amino acids with no charge in the R group, having a net charge of zero.

Front

Which amino acids have hydroxyl groups in their R group?

Back

Serine and threonine.

Front

What roles do serine and threonine play in cell physiology?

Back

They are involved in binding sites, phosphorylation sites, regulation sites, and protein regulation.

Front

What is the significance of the SH group in cysteine?

Back

It is a good antioxidant and can form disulfide bridges when two cysteines bind together.

Front

What is asparagine extracted from?

Back

Asparagus.

Front

What is the main nitrogen carrier in the body?

Back

Glutamine.

Front

What are basic amino acids?

Back

Amino acids with a positive charge in the R group.

Front

What is arginine a precursor for?

Back

Nitric oxide, which can act as a vasodilator and neurotransmitter.