B1.2 Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
R-Groups
A
Hydrophilic & non-polar
2
Q
Protein components
A
Left: amino group, center: side chain (r group), right: carboxyl group
3
Q
Essential amino acids
A
Amino acids which the body does not produce and must consume
4
Q
Non-essential amino acids
A
Amino acids which the body produces
5
Q
Denature
A
Protein loses function due to change in ph/temp