AP Bio Unit 1

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What are geometric isomers?

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Geometric isomers are compounds that have the same molecular formula and connectivity of atoms but differ in the spatial arrangement of atoms, often due to the presence of a double bond.

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What is organic chemistry primarily concerned with?

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Organic chemistry is the branch of chemistry that studies the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and synthesis of carbon-containing compounds.

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What is a functional group?

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A functional group is a specific group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of that molecule.

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What role do covalent cross-links play in proteins?

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Covalent cross-links stabilize protein structures by forming bonds between different parts of the protein or between different protein molecules.

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What are structural isomers?

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Structural isomers are compounds that have the same molecular formula but differ in the arrangement of atoms and bonds.

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What is the tertiary structure of a protein?

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The tertiary structure of a protein refers to the overall three-dimensional shape formed by the folding and interactions of the protein's polypeptide chains, primarily driven by interactions between side chains (R groups).

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What is the primary level of protein structure?

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

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What is the secondary structure of a protein?

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The secondary structure of a protein refers to local folded structures that form within a polypeptide due to hydrogen bonding, such as alpha helices and beta sheets.

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What is the quaternary structure of a protein?

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The quaternary structure of a protein is the arrangement of multiple polypeptide chains into a single functional unit.

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What are vital forces in organic chemistry?

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Vital forces were once thought to be the mysterious forces that governed the behavior of organic compounds, but this concept has been replaced by the understanding of chemical bonds and reactions.