Proteins

Proteins are made of many ____ bonded together.

• amino acids

• enzymes

• polypeptides

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All amino acids have the same basic structure. Which part of the amino acid makes each each one unique?

• amino group

• carboxyl group

• R-group (side chain)

Dehydration synthesis is the reaction that occurs, allowing amino acids to bond. What happens during this process?

• add water to build a bond

• add water to break a bond

• remove water to build a bond

• remove water to break a bond

What is the special type of bond that forms between two amino acids?

• hydrogen bond

• ionic bond

• peptide bond

What does an enzyme do?

• slows down chemical reactions

• speeds up chemical reactions

• increases the temperature of the reaction

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Which elements can be found in proteins?

• C

• H

• N

• P

• O

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What is another name for a protein?

• fat

• sugar

• amino acid

• polypeptide

Which describes the functions of proteins in living things?

• structural, transport, signaling, catalysts, etc.

• stores and transmits genetic information

• stores energy and makes up cell membranes

• quick energy and forming cell structure

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Proteins are polymers of __________.

• amino acids

• fatty acids

• carboxylic acids

• nucleic acids

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What part of the amino acid is circled?

• amino group

• carboxyl group

• central carbon

• variable side chain

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