7.1 Flashcards

1
Q

Why and how would the structure and function of a protein change if a hydrophobic amino acid was substituted for a hydrophilic one?

A

it would change the protiens structure and function

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2
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Primary

A

linear structure, unique sequence of amino acids

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3
Q

Secondary

A

Coiled/pleated structure caused by regular H bonds

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4
Q

Tertiary

A

Folding of proteins with interactions with R groups of a polypeptide

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5
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Quaternary

A

More than one polypeptide chain bonded together

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6
Q

Acidic and basic

A

attract to eachother because of their opposite charges

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7
Q

Cysteine

A

forms covalent bdisulfide bonds

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8
Q

Hydrophillic

A

Folds to the outside

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9
Q

Hydrophbic

A

Folds to the inside

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10
Q

What elements can be found in a protien?

A

O, N, C, S, H

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11
Q

Whats Denaturation?

A

Unfolding of a protien

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12
Q

Why does Denaturation happen?

A

1.Heat (temp)
2. PH
3. Salinity

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